Argonne National Laboratory · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Appointee - Epitaxial Oxide Nanostructures for Quantum Information
Lemont, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$71K/yr - $118K/yrArgonne National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join their Center for Nanoscale Materials, focusing on advancing quantum information science. The role involves the design and synthesis of nanoscale epitaxial oxide thin films and offers opportunities for advanced materials synthesis, nanofabrication, and multimodal characterization.
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Responsibilities
Develop and optimize epitaxial growth of complex oxide nanostructures, especially ferroelectrics, via solid-phase epitaxy (SPE)
Perform thin-film and device characterization across structural (XRD, AFM, SEM, XPS, TEM), optical, cryogenic, and synchrotron X-ray environments
Fabricate photonic and metamaterial structures using advanced nanofabrication tools (e.g., lithography, dry etching)
Contribute to the development and testing of electro-optic (EO) devices integrated with photonic and microwave platforms
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team across CNM, the Advanced Photon Source (APS), Materials Science Division (MSD), and Quantum Information Science (QIS) programs
Disseminate results through high-impact publications and presentations at internal and external meetings
Qualification
Required
Recent or soon-to-be-completed Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Hands-on experience in epitaxial thin-film growth and characterization (oxides preferred), using sputtering (preferred), PLD, or MBE
Proficiency in thin-film characterization tools such as XRD, AFM, SEM, XPS, TEM, etc
Experience with nanofabrication, particularly lithography and thin-film processing
Strong background in ferroelectrics, photonics, or solid-state materials
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Preferred
Familiarity with synchrotron-based X-ray techniques and electron microscopy
Experience with optical characterization and EO device testing
Background in quantum devices, nonlinear optics, or microwave photonics
Working knowledge of simulation tools such as COMSOL or Lumerical for electro-optic modeling
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package
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