Postdoctoral Research Associate in Molecular Optically Detected Magnetic Resonance

This postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford’s Department of Materials focuses on investigating molecular spins for quantum technologies. The role involves studying excited and ground state molecular spins using a custom-built optically detected magnetic resonance setup. The successful candidate will collaborate with researchers across Oxford and Cambridge to establish structure-function relationships for molecular spin qubit candidates. The work complements ongoing research on spin defects in solid-state materials and integrates with interdisciplinary collaborations in Chemistry and Physics. The position requires designing experiments, publishing research, and contributing to PhD student supervision.

• Conduct experiments using a homebuilt optically detected magnetic resonance setup to study molecular spins under ambient conditions.
• Design and implement experimental protocols to investigate excited and ground state molecular spin dynamics.
• Collaborate with researchers at Oxford and Cambridge to establish structure-function relationships for molecular spin qubit candidates.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present results at international conferences.
• Train and supervise PhD students within the research group.
• Participate in interdisciplinary research projects involving Chemistry and Physics departments.
• Contribute to the dissemination of research through oral presentations and written publications.