Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Ion Trap Quantum Computing

Department of Physics, Clarendon Laboratory, Parks Road, Oxford Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral Research Assistants in Ion Trap Quantum Computing. The posts are available initially for a fixed-term duration of 2 years, with the possibility of extension depending on funding. The Oxford Ion Trap Quantum Computing group currently hosts one of the world’s highest performance networked quantum computing demonstrators, capable of remote Bell-pair production at rates approaching 200Hz. To greatly increase this rate and open the door to a wealth of new experiments, we aim to integrate sub-millimetre scale optical cavities into the structure of novel, 3D microfabricated ion traps. By combining radical new approaches to cavity and trap fabrication, we will demonstrate a reliable and scalable ‘matter-light network interface’, capable of near-deterministic generation of high-fidelity ion-photon entanglement. This offers the potential for remote Bell pair production at rates of 100kHz, comparable to the speed of local entangling gates; a major step towards the realisation of large-scale networked quantum computation. The post-holders will have the opportunity to teach. Applicants should hold, or be close to obtaining, a doctorate in physics or a related field, and ideally possess a strong background and/or interest in experimental quantum optics or atomic physics. Previous experience in the field of ion or atom trapping or quantum optics will be highly desirable. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a good understanding of the relevant basic theory, skills in data analysis and numerical modelling, and a strong research track record.