Postdoctoral Appointee – Quantum Magnetometry for High-Energy Physics, Argonne National Laboratory, USA

Summary

The High Energy Physics (HEP) Division, in collaboration with the Materials Science Division (MSD) and Q-NEXT at Argonne National Laboratory, is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to conduct cutting-edge research in applied nitrogen-vacancy (NV) diamond quantum magnetometry for high-energy physics experiments. This position operates at the intersection of detector R&D, materials science, and quantum information science, focusing on developing and optimizing next-generation diamond membrane quantum sensors for precision electromagnetic field mapping.

Postdoctoral Appointee – Quantum Magnetometry for High-Energy Physics

Overview & Key Details

Designation

• Job Profile / Designation: Postdoctoral Appointee
• Job Family: Postdoctoral
• Division/Program: High Energy Physics (HEP) Division, in partnership with Materials Science Division (MSD) and Q-NEXT

Research Area

• Applied Quantum Information Science & Quantum Sensing
• Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) Diamond Magnetometry
• High-Energy Physics (HEP) Detector R&D
• Materials Science, Condensed Matter Physics & Diamond Membrane Sensor Integration

Location

• Argonne National Laboratory9700 S. Cass Avenue, Lemont, IL 60439, USA (On-site)

Eligibility / Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: A recent or soon-to-be-completed Ph.D. (within the last 0–5 years) in Physics, Astronomy, Quantum Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Analytical Skills: Considerable analytical and troubleshooting skills to develop, refine, and improve data analysis techniques.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to author high-quality scientific reports, present technical concepts/proposals to interdisciplinary teams, and maintain strong oral and written communication skills.
• Teamwork & Values: Ability to work collaboratively across scientific divisions and embody Argonne’s core values of Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Preferred / Beneficial Background (Not strictly required):

• Background in condensed matter and materials physics (especially spin and detector physics), device synthesis, or quantum materials (optics, photonics, spectroscopy, optically active point defects).
• Familiarity with nanofabrication techniques (optical and electron-beam lithography), microwave engineering, hardware setups (detectors, RF electronics, NMR/ESR), or modeling/data analysis programming.

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

• Sensor Development & Optimization: Design, synthesize, and characterize next-generation NV diamond membrane quantum sensors tailored for demanding experimental environments.
• Platform Integration: Integrate quantum sensors into microelectronic and photonic platforms for precision electromagnetic field mapping in particle physics detector setups.
• Experimental Validation: Validate sensor performance in laboratory testbeds and operational experimental environments.
• Prototyping & Scaling: Contribute to the development of scalable, field-ready quantum sensor modules for future high-energy physics experiments.
• Dissemination: Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed scientific journals and present results at national and international conferences.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their application via the Argonne Workday Careers portal:

1. Online Application: Visit the Argonne Careers Job Posting (Req #423275) and upload:
   • Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume (including comprehensive lists of publications and conference presentations).
   • Research Statement.
   • Unofficial Ph.D. Transcripts (or a copy of your Ph.D. diploma if already conferred).
2. Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation to be emailed directly to HEPHR@anl.gov referencing the candidate’s name and job title/ID.

Last Date for Apply

• Priority Review Deadline: October 1, 2026(Applications will receive full consideration if submitted by this date; the position will remain open until filled).

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