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PhD Research Fellow in Physics - Quantum Optics
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Ref.no. 2011/14702
Position as PhD Research Fellow (Stipendiat SKO 1017) is available at The Department of Physics, University of Oslo. The position is for 3 years starting in 2012.
The department has experimental as well as theoretical research activities in abroad range of subfields, with a stated ambition of attaining excellence in its main fields of research. At the department there is a scientific staff of 48 tenured positions, 8 adjunct professors, and approx. 30 fellowships for PhD-students. In addition there are approx. 50 temporary positions based on external financing. There is a technical/administrative staff of 38 persons.
The teaching at the department is related to the degrees of bachelor, master and PhD, currently with about 130 master and 100 PhD candidates.
For more information please seethe department web page.
Job/project description
The PhD student will be associated with a recently formed Laboratory of Quantum Optics at the Department of Physics at the University of Oslo. The successful candidate will take part in the ongoing research and work in a team. The main scientific interest is to establish a better understanding of the nature of light. The particle-like description of light as indivisible photons is considered as incompatible with the spread out wave description of light that is required in all classical as well as quantum descriptions of light interference phenomena. In effect, we want to challenge the “wave-particle dualism” approach and seek for a model that can apply equally well for both wave-like and particle-like phenomena in optical experiments.
The starting point for this challenge is a semiclassical approach in order to involve processes in time and space. Focus is on physical mechanisms instead of observer-dependent concepts like “indistinguishability”. Our approach involves theoretical descriptions, but the main goal is to test alternative models directly through quantum optics experiments.
Our own source of entangled states, obtained through parametric down conversion, must be characterized and subsequently it will be used to investigate the merits of the alternative models. Of particular interest is the production and interpretation of the violation of Bell inequalities, anticorrelation when a low intensity source of conditional photons passes through a beam splitter (the Grangier, Roger and Aspect 1986 paper) as well as the Hong, Ou and Mandel (HOM) effect. A more detailed description of the planned research is available athttp://folk.uio.no/arntvi/PhDdescr.pdf.
Requirements
Applicants should hold a master degree in physics with good grades in classical electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and show good qualifications in experimental physics. Theoretical knowledge on nonlinear optics, experience in the use of non-linear crystals for spontaneous parametric down conversion, as well as practical experience in modern quantum optics experiments would be highly appreciated.
Applicants should document ability and creativity in challenging and discussing modern physics using arguments firmly rooted in experimental and theoretical grounds. The ability to work in a group in a constructive manner should also be documented. Excellence in oral and written communication is expected.
The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree.
The fellowship requires admission to the research training programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. An approved plan for the research training, including a project outline, must be submitted no later than two months after taking up the position, and the admission must be approved within three months. For more informationklick here.
Agood command of Englishis required of all students attending the University of Oslo.
Pay grade: 48-56 (NOK 391 100 – 448 100 per year, depending on qualifications)
The application must include:
    • Application letter
    • CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work - scientific publications)
    • Copies of educational certificates, transcript of records and letters of recommendation
    • List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
    • Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)

    Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University’s grading system. Please remember that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language. Applications with documents missing will not be considered further. Original documentation may be requested.
    In accordance with the University of Oslo’s equal opportunities policy, we invite applications from all interested individuals regardless of gender or ethnicity.
    UiO has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results a.o. Contact person(s): Assoc. prof. Arnt Inge Vistnes, tlf: 47 22855646, email:a.i.vistnes@fys.uio.noOnline application form:[Click here]




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