ICFO - The Institute of Photonic Sciences, a centre based in Castelldefels (Barcelona), devoted to the research and education of the optical and photonic sciences, at the highest international level, is looking for a highly-motivated post-doctoral researcher to develop and exploit new entangled photon sources based on integrated optical technologies. This is a companion project to the European Space Agency project “Photonic Transceiver for Space Communication.” The researcher will join a collaboration of two ICFO quantum optics groups and one optoelectronics group working with ultra-bright, integrated entangled photon sources for quantum communications applications.

The ideal candidate will have experience with parametric down-conversion, entangled pair
generation, single-photon and coincidence detection, and measurement of quantum
entanglement. As part of the collaboration, the post-doctoral researcher will have access to the resources of three well-equipped laboratories, including cw and ultra-fast lasers, detectors, spectrometers, fibre and integration technologies, and a considerable budget for experimental development. The collaboration has recently hired a Ph.D. optical engineer with expertise in micro-optical technologies; collaboration with this person is essential to maximize the potential of this multi-disciplinary project.

Eligibility and Conditions
Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized PhD-equivalent degree (or evidence of its completion in the near future) in a field of science related to quantum optics and atomic physics.
No restrictions of citizenship apply to the ICFO post-doctoral contracts.
The position is available for 2 years, salary depending on experience.

Application procedure
Potential applicants may contact Morgan Mitchell ([email protected]).
The formal application should be submitted by e-mail to: [email protected]. E-mail submissions must include the mailing label “CP” and your last name printed before the label. Suitable candidates are requested to submit:
· A presentation letter with a declaration of interest,
· A Curriculum Vitae, including full address, a contact phone number and e-mail address,
· The contact e-mail of three potential referees.
Applications can also be submitted by post to the Post-Doc Screening Committee.
Candidates should be willing to be contacted by phone during the selection process.

Deadlines
The call will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.

For updated information about ICFO, please visit http://www.icfo.es/