Postdoctoral Research Associate – Integrated Photonics, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, USA

Summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Quantum Sensing and Computing Group within the Computational Science and Engineering Division (CSED), Computing and Computational Sciences Directorate (CCSD). The selected candidate will conduct innovative research in quantum integrated photonics and formulate novel quantum sensing solutions addressing national priorities.

Overview Table

Designation

• Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate
• Department/Group: Quantum Sensing and Computing Group (CSED / CCSD)

Research Area

• Field: Quantum Integrated Photonics, Quantum Optics, Quantum Sensing, and Quantum Information Science.
• Core Focus: Design, fabrication, testing, and practical implementation of integrated photonic devices/circuits for next-generation quantum computing and sensing technologies.

Location

• Address: Oak Ridge, TN, United States, 37830
• Market: Knoxville Area

Eligibility / Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field.
• Degree must have been awarded within the last 5 years prior to application.
• All degree requirements must be completed before starting the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research background in quantum optics and quantum information science.
• Hands-on experience in the design, fabrication, and testing of integrated photonic devices and circuits.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with a record of presenting at conferences and publishing peer-reviewed papers.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter as well as collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Special & Security Requirements:

• Export Control: Requires access to export-controlled technology; applicants must qualify without an export control license.
• Credentialing: Must pass a Federal Tier 1 background investigation to receive a Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card or Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) determination for foreign nationals.

Job Description & Responsibilities

• Research: Lead and participate in new and ongoing research projects on quantum integrated photonics and quantum sensors.
• Solution Development: Formulate novel quantum sensing solutions to complex challenges of national interest and support the technical R&D necessary for practical deployment.
• Dissemination: Present scientific concepts and research findings to national/international audiences and publish findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and technical reports.
• Collaboration & Values: Work effectively in collaborative laboratory teams while aligning with ORNL’s core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

How to Apply

1. Online Application: Visit the official job posting at ORNL Careers Portal and click “Apply now”.
2. Document Upload: Log in to your jobs.ornl.gov profile, navigate to View Profile > My Documents, and upload your CV/Resume (accepted formats: .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, .htm up to 5 MB).
3. Reference Letters: Submit three letters of reference either by uploading them directly during the application process or having your referees email them directly to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov (make sure to include the job title and Requisition ID: 16703 in the subject line).

Last Date for Apply

• Open Until Filled:

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