PhD in Hong-Ou-Mandel Interference and Entanglement with Colour Centres
Join LIST to advance scalable quantum communication architectures using colour centres in silicon carbide.
Best for:Best for physics or quantum technology graduates with hands-on experience in quantum optics and cryogenics.
Overview
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) invites applications for a PhD position within its Quantum Materials Group, led by Dr. Florian Kaiser. The project focuses on optical interference between colour centres, specifically Hong-Ou-Mandel interference, using quantum photonic silicon carbide chips and fibre-coupled waveguides. The successful candidate will set up an optical cryostat platform, develop pulsed excitation schemes, and conduct photon characterization and interference experiments. Enrolment will be at the University of Luxembourg, and the research will be carried out in Belval, Luxembourg.
What you'll do
- Set up and configure a new optical cryostat platform integrating standard confocal microscopy and interferometry.
- Characterize photon quality based on various experimental parameters including spectral, temporal, and polarization filtering.
- Determine optimal pulsed excitation schemes for quantum colour centres.
- Implement initial two-photon interference experiments outside of the cryostat.
- Demonstrate fully on-chip quantum interference experiments inside the optical cryostat.
- Coordinate research activities and communicate findings with the supervisor and external collaborators.
Requirements
Degree required: MSc degree in physics or quantum technology
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good level written and spoken; B2 certificate or English-taught Master degree
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated experience with quantum optics, at least within a BSc or MSc thesis project
- Good written and oral communication skills for reports and presentations
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment
- Master diploma must be recognized in Luxembourg
- Must self-register at the University of Luxembourg and cover university enrolment fees
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-03-30 (Europe/Luxembourg) · open until filled
Prepare your motivation letter, scientific CV, publication list, and contact details for two references. Submit your application formally through the online HR portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered.
- Motivation letter
- Scientific CV
- List of publications
- 2 reference contacts
Contact
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