Research Associate / Fellow - Hybrid Magnetic Systems (Fixed-term)

Location: University Park

We seek to recruit a Research Associate/Fellow to join our team developing supporting technologies that enable the development and exploitation of second-generation Quantum Technology (QT) systems.

The successful applicant will be part of an established team of researchers supporting a range of QT related projects. The team's focus is on the development of realistic computer simulation tools supporting design and optimisation of magnetic field environments. These environments are essential in supporting development and commercialisation of atom-based QT for innovative applications in computing, sensing and timing.

The main responsibility, at least initially, of the role will involves developing inverse methods and optimisation techniques, including the use of Green functions, to design state-of-the-art components and sub-systems for the quantum sensors and to integrate them into functioning engineered sensor systems and environments. There will be a strong focus on the optimisation of hybrid magnetic systems comprising passive and active subsystems.

The researcher will be responsible for writing up their research work for publication, and will have the opportunity to contribute to dissemination at national/international conferences, resulting in successful research outputs.

The post will also involve systems engineering and simulation of prototype quantum sensor systems in collaboration with our academic and industry partners, engineering colleagues, and a range of end users. Collaboration with experimentalists, medical physicists, neuroscientists, researchers from other disciplines, and industry partners will be a vital part of the role.

The post is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a period until 30th November 2025. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

As part of our commitment to improving equality, diversity and inclusion within the school, shortlisted candidates will be given the opportunity to talk to a member of staff representing women, racially minorized people, LGBTQIA+ or disabilities communities. This will be separate to the assessment process and will play no role in the decision to appoint.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Mark Fromhold, tel: 0115 951 5192 or email mark.fromhold@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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