Job Reference: Ref.07.26.428Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)Location: Braga, PortugalGroup/Unit: Nieder Research GroupNumber of Vacancies:1Employment Type: Full timeContract Duration: 36 monthsOpen Date for Applications:April 24th, 2026
Closing Date for Applications: May 17th, 2026, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)
Key words:#optics #devicecontrol #quantumsensing #programming Overview
The Nieder Research Groups is looking for a Research Assistant to join the team for the APECS project under the CHIPS JU initiative. Job Duties
The job duties will be the following:* Design and implement an optical setup for quantum sensing, based on Nitrogen Vacancy centres in diamond, which shall be able to operate at room and low temperatures.
- Characterise chips and components, such as diamond samples, magnetic structures and devices, using the novel custom magneteometer or in house available widefield/TIRM microscope system with optically detected magnetic resonance (ODMR) functionality.
- Optimise quantum sensing protocols (e.g., pulse sequences, orientation sensitive magnetometry), with novel methodologies being analysed for innovation potential and patenting.
- Present advances regularly at group meetings.
- Summarise advancements in form of scientific publications.
- Develop user access protocols and catalogue of possible services available to pilot line users.
- Participate in project meetings and conferences, as recommended by the supervisor.
MandatoryQualifications Education* MSc in Physics, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Photonics or similar fields.
Experience and Technical Skills* Working with quantum sensing based on Nv centres in diamond or similar point defects.
- Hands on optics lab experience.
- Device control with Python.
- Data analysis using advanced quantitative and modelling software.
Personal Skills* Ability to work independently and as team player.
- “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines.
- Problem Solving ability.
- Customer orientation.
- Good communication skills.
Our Benefits* Competitive salary
- Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges
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