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Postdoctoral Research Associate I

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Mar 03, 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number	req25304
Department	James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci
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Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The postdoctoral researcher will lead a team of graduate students conducting research in quantum optomechanics, with an emphasis on shot-noise-limited measurement and control of high-Q nanomechanical oscillators for fundamental weak force tests. Expertise in optical cavities, interferometry, linear photodetection, and low noise radio-frequency noise analysis is required. Experience with cryogenics and nanofabrication is a plus. An option to co-teach the 5 week graduate course "Cavity Optomechanics" at the Wyant College of Optical Sciences is available. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Lead laboratory experiments with graduate students, assist in drafting of manuscripts, present research at conferences. Optional: Assist in lecturing a graduate level course in cavity optomechanics.
Minimum Qualifications	Graduate degree in physics or engineering upon hire. Hands-on expertise with optical cavities, interferometry, linear photodetection, and low noise radio-frequency noise analysis.
Preferred Qualifications	Graduate degree in physics or engineering with an emphasis on experimental quantum optics, quantum optomechanics, or related AMO physics/engineering. In addition to the items listed in "additional minimum qualifications," experience with cryogenics and/or nanofabrication is desirable.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience.
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date	3/31/2027
Contact Information for Candidates	HR-OPSC@arizona.edu
Open Date	2/27/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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