Postdoctoral Researcher in Microwave Kinetic Inductance Detectors

The Physics Department at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to pursue innovative research in collaboration with Professor Ben Mazin. The successful candidate will be involved in the design, fabrication, and testing of cutting-edge Microwave Kinetic Inductance Detectors (MKIDs). The successful candidate will use Mazin Lab’s UHV sputter system and the UCSB’s nanofabrication facility for fabrication, and dilution fridges in Mazin’s Lab for testing. The position will primarily be lab-based. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to maintain an independent research program on superconducting devices.

The appointment is for two-years. There is a possibility of an additional year extension contingent on performance and continued funding.

Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a PhD in physics, astronomy, material science or a closely related field by the application date. A completed PhD is expected before a start date of anytime September 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Superconducting fabrication and device testing experience is highly desirable.

For inquiries, please contact Ben Mazin ([email protected]). All applications should be received though UC recruit at https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01874. Applicants should submit a brief cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list and a brief research statement summarizing previous accomplishments, current interests and future plans as well as arrange for 3-5 letters of recommendation to be submitted by the 1/19/2021 due date.

The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.