Physique des Interactions Ioniques et Moléculaires at Aix-Marseille University is seeking a : Postdoctoral researcher
For 18 months starting early 2015
Context:
Our group is partner of the French National project REFIMEVE which proposes the distribution of a frequency reference signal of metrological quality on the French Higher Education Fiber Network (www.refimeve.fr). We will make use of this ultra-stable frequency signal to develop
high-precision measurements in trapped ions. Our ultimate objective is coherent multiphoton spectroscopy of trapped ions for very advanced measurements of atomic properties, as for example outlined in C. Champenois et al. Phys. Rev. Lett. 99, 013001 (2007).
Principal task:
One of the immediate tasks is the acquisition and installation of a frequency comb, in order to receive and use the high-performance frequency signal. The main contribution of the postdoctoral researcher will be the phase-lock of the lasers on the frequency comb (and/or the lock of the frequency comb on our highly-stable “clock” laser at 729 nm). Our ultimate
goal relies on the simultaneous phase-lock of all involved lasers by means of a frequency comb, itself stabilized by the REFIMEVE signal.
Required profile:
PhD/Doctor in Physics or equivalent. We are looking for an experimentalist, with competences in optics/photonics in particular regarding laser frequency- and phase-stabilization. Experience with frequency combs is welcome. Additional competences in atom physics, frequency metrology, and/or numerical simulations are appreciated. Autonomy and team work, good organizational skills, communication skills
Salary:
Depending on the experience of the candidate: 1960€ -2300€ net per month
Practical information
The position is based at laboratory PIIM, Marseille, France. The selection process will start on 19 January 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send your inquiries and application (CV, letter of interest and names of two references) by email to Dr. Martina Knoop,
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