Your job in the future market of lasers and photonics

Since its foundation, Menlo Systems GmbH has been one of the world market leaders in the field of optical precision measurements with light and lasers. Based on the Nobel Prize-winning frequency comb technology, we provide our customers worldwide with laser systems that enable applications with the highest precision and accuracy. The systems are mainly used in metrology and spectroscopy, in optical clocks, in quantum technology and quantum computers, as well as in materials testing and 3D printing. Our customers include leading research institutions and high-tech companies worldwide.

To strengthen our team at our main location in Planegg-Martinsried near Munich, we are now looking for a

Doctoral candidate (m/f/d) on the development of optical clocks

Your tasks

• • Enrolment at a partner university (Humboldt-University Berlin, Group for Integrated Quantum Sensors) as a doctoral candidate
  • Performing a feasibility study and proof of concept experiments on the Rb clock transition on a breadboard model
  • Development of a compact optical clock based on hot Rb vapor, from system design to full characterization
  • Close collaboration and exchange with the consortium partners and multiple extended stays at partner institutions
  • Attendance of multiple workshops, schools, and meetings at various locations in Europe

  Your profile

  • Master’s degree in physics (or equivalent)
  • Strong interest in atomic physics, laser technology, and optical clocks
  • Experience in designing optical experiments and handling of optoelectronic equipment is advantageous
  • Mobility within Europe
  • Fluent in English (B2 or higher preferred)
  • Must not have resided in Germany for more than 12 months within the last 3 years before hiring

  Why us

  Being one of 13 institutions of a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network (DN), Menlo Systems is looking for a Doctoral candidate (m/f/d) on the development of optical clocks who will join the Doctoral Network as a 3-year doctoral candidate. You will work in an industrial setting on the emerging field of optical clocks. Further, you will benefit from the opportunities in networking and scientific exchange that come with the participation in the MSCA-DN. The earliest possible entrance date is October 2025. Get more information on https://www.quriousclocks.eu/
• We look forward to receiving your application! Please send us a cover letter that explains your motivation and add your curriculum vitae, certificates, and the contact information of at least one reference.
• Become part of our team and shape the future with us.

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    For enquiries about this vacancy, please contact:

    Dr. Richard Zeltner

    Group Leader - Future and Emerging Technologies
    E-Mail: r.zeltner@menlosystems.com