Research Fellow

Contract Type:

Fixed Term contract up to November 2024  

Role Summary

We are inviting applications for a PostDoc vacancy in our group. Our group carries out activities related to quantum physics and quantum technology. In this vacancy, the job consists of dealing with Sr atoms on a photonics chip opening a novel way building optical lattice clocks. We are looking for a candidate who is comfortable working across different sectors and engaging with industries. The current position is for 20 months, with the possibility of a further extension. If you like further information, please contact: y.singh.1@bham.ac.uk (https://www.strontium-birmingham.org).

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.

• Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if requiredContribute to writing bids for research funding
• Analyse and interpret data
• Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding
• Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc
• Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the discipline

Person spec

• First degree in Physics/Engineering and normally, a higher degree (or near to completion) relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications
• High level analytical capability
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly
• Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones
• Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
• Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project
• Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort
• Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly

Please contact Prof. Yeshpal Singh (y.singh.1@bham.ac.uk).

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