We are seeking a highly motivated physicist for experimental work on matterwave interferometry with ultra cold atoms.
The candidate will enrol in a PhD program and join the European collaborative project “MatterWave”, see http://www.matterwave.eu
Within this project, we will build an atomic Sagnac interferometer by guiding atoms around a magnetic ring while preserving quantum mechanical coherence. By bringing atoms into superpositions of counter-rotating states, extremely high sensitivities can be reached. Our scheme uses radio-frequency dressed trapping potentials to achieve state-dependent control over the atomic motion, which allows us to operate the interferometer like an atomic clock that measures the tiny proper time difference for atoms moving in opposite directions.
Candidates should have a strong background in atomic physics, good experimental skills, a strong academic record, commitment, and a motivation to work hard. A master or diploma thesis or prior research experience are desirable.
If you are interested, please send an application to thomas.fernholz@nottingham.ac.uk. Applications should contain a complete cv, a letter of motivation, and the electronic addresses of two referees familiar with the candidate.
