Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Quantum Sensing Lab, Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel

Summary

The Weizmann Institute of Science’s Quantum Sensing Lab seeks a Post‑Doctoral Research Associate to work on the DIREQT consortium project. The role focuses on simulating and fabricating integrated diamond‑chip devices, including DC and microwave elements, magnetic field gradients, and optics. The successful candidate will engage in European consortium meetings and collaborate with various sub‑groups on institute tasks. The position is a full‑time temporary contract starting 1 October 2026, funded by an EU programme. Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) with 1‑4 years of research experience, possess skills in nanofabrication, quantum optics, AMO physics, condensed‑matter physics, and electrical engineering, and demonstrate excellent English. Applications are to be emailed to Amit Finkler.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Chemical and Biological Physics
Position Type	Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Discipline	Physics
Research Area	Quantum sensing, nanofabrication, atomic, molecular and optical physics
Degree Required	PhD or equivalent
Experience	1 to 4 years of research experience
Funding	Other EU programme (DIREQT consortium)
Contract Duration	temporary
Language	English
Deadline	2026-11-01
Employer Address	234 Herzl St., Rehovot 7610001, Israel
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The project is part of the DIREQT consortium, aiming to develop fully integrated quantum sensing devices on diamond chips. The lab will design, simulate, and fabricate on‑chip DC and microwave components, magnetic field gradients, and optical elements, advancing quantum sensing capabilities. Collaboration across European partners and internal sub‑groups will drive the research and development activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in consortium meetings in Europe
• Collaborate with consortium sub‑groups on institute tasks
• Research and develop integrated diamond‑chip quantum sensing devices

Required Skills

• nanofabrication
• quantum optics
• atomic, molecular and optical physics
• condensed matter physics
• electrical engineering
• Excellent English

Who Should Apply

Physicists or engineers with a PhD (or equivalent) and 1‑4 years of research experience in nanofabrication, quantum optics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, condensed‑matter physics, or electrical engineering, who are proficient in English and interested in quantum sensing and diamond‑chip technologies.

About the Employer

The Weizmann Institute of Science, a leading research institution in Israel, is hiring a post‑doctoral associate for its Quantum Sensing Lab within the Department of Chemical and Biological Physics, under the EU‑funded DIREQT consortium.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

2026-11-01

What type of contract is offered?

Temporary full‑time contract

Where is the work location?

Weizmann Institute of Science, Department of Chemical and Biological Physics, 234 Herzl St., Rehovot, Israel

Who should I contact for more information?

Amit Finkler at [email protected]