Description
Postdoctoral Scholar Position
Area: Physics & Astronomy
Duration: Two years
Start date: 1st July 2025 until 1st December 2025 Salary: $60,000 pa
The Department of Physics & Astronomy in the Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for two postdoctoral associate positions in Quantum Sensing.
Job Description:
Applications are invited for two postdoctoral positions available in the group of Professor Barry Sanders. Both positions are for theoretical research on quantum sensing and metrology. The three main activities are optimal phase estimation with parametric interferometry, also known as SU(1,1) interferometry, multi- photon quantum metrology, and combining squeezing and anti-squeezing for efficient metrology with multimode systems. The postdocs will be working closely with Professors Sanders and Hubert de Guise and with National Research Council Scientists Drs Khabat Heshami and Aaron Goldberg.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed a PhD or equivalent in theoretical or mathematical physics or a related discipline before the start of the appointment and within the past five years. A strong background and track record in quantum optics, quantum information science, or mathematical physics is required. Research achievements in quantum metrology are desirable. Possible start dates are between 1st June 2025 and 1st November 2025.
Application details:
Applicants must submit their application package including a cover letter that includes contact information for three academic references, curriculum vitae including a list of publications or a link to an up-to-date ORCID profile, and a single-page statement of research interests as a single PDF document to sandersb@ucalgary.ca by April 30, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We strive for a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage applications from members of any identity
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada¿s leading next-generation university ¿ a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation¿s most enterprising city, the university has reached its Eyes High goal to be recognized as one of Canada¿s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
Additional information
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs website.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders ¿ in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour¿s drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their professional success while they are here. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
