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UCLA · 11 hours ago

Postdoctoral Researcher

UCLA is seeking a highly motivated and skilled postdoctoral researcher to join the Quantum Light-Matter Cooperative. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge research involving advanced photonic systems, focusing on fiber lasers, frequency combs, and their applications in precision measurement and quantum technologies.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize fiber-based and solid-state laser systems
Investigate and implement frequency comb generation and stabilization techniques
Explore novel approaches for low phase-noise density performance and carrier-envelope phase (CEP) locking in multi-channel systems
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance the state-of-the-art in photonic entanglement and quantum state manipulation
Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at leading conferences

Qualification

Fiber lasersFrequency combsNonlinear opticsPhotonicsData analysisCommunication skillsIndependent workCollaborative work

Required

Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or a related field
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
Expertise in fiber lasers, frequency combs, and nonlinear optics
Strong experimental skills in photonics, including experience with laser stabilization, phase noise characterization, and quantum state manipulation
Familiarity with integrated photonic platforms and hybrid photonic systems is a plus
Proficiency in data analysis and computational tools for modeling photonic systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience with entanglement generation and characterization in photonic systems
Knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science
Background in telecom-band photonics and frequency-bin entanglement
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment

Company

UCLA offers a combination that’s rare, especially among public research universities.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$157.89M
Key Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineUS Department of EnergyDepartment of Cannabis Control
2025-01-30Grant· $29.14M
2023-08-14Grant
2023-04-25Grant· $2M

Leadership Team

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James Puffer
Professor Emeritus
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Jenny Lester
Clinical Trials Director
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