Research Assistant in Quantum Systems
- University of Surrey
- United Kingdom, SRY
- Jun 30, 2026
Job Description:
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.
We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.
Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to make a real difference.
The role
In this role you will:
- Assist the Ion Beam Centre, SIMPLE group with post-implant characterisation and analysis of colour-centres
- Work with SIMPLE/IBC team to develop/commission the characterisation facilities
- Commissioning of the IBC confocal PL system
- Investigate/contribute towards establishing long term funding opportunities
- Train other staff on the new confocal PL system
About you
You will have:
- Completed, or be working towards completion of, a PhD in relevant research area
- In-depth knowledge and experience of confocal PL systems and techniques
- A strong background in colour-centre generation and analysis, particularly the Diamond and SiC material systems
- Good working knowledge of single-ion-implantation techniques and processes
- Ideally a good working relationship with both supply chain (such as Element6, Thorlabs) and stakeholder/collaborative organisations
How to apply
To apply please upload your CV and a cover letter.
Closing Date: 12 Jul 2026
Area: Research & Teaching
Salary: £34,610 per annum
Fixed term until Sept 2026 with possibility of extension
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Job Description:
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.
We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.
Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to make a real difference.
The role
In this role you will:
- Assist the Ion Beam Centre, SIMPLE group with post-implant characterisation and analysis of colour-centres
- Work with SIMPLE/IBC team to develop/commission the characterisation facilities
- Commissioning of the IBC confocal PL system
- Investigate/contribute towards establishing long term funding opportunities
- Train other staff on the new confocal PL system
About you
You will have:
- Completed, or be working towards completion of, a PhD in relevant research area
- In-depth knowledge and experience of confocal PL systems and techniques
- A strong background in colour-centre generation and analysis, particularly the Diamond and SiC material systems
- Good working knowledge of single-ion-implantation techniques and processes
- Ideally a good working relationship with both supply chain (such as Element6, Thorlabs) and stakeholder/collaborative organisations
How to apply
To apply please upload your CV and a cover letter.
Closing Date: 12 Jul 2026
Area: Research & Teaching
Salary: £34,610 per annum
Fixed term until Sept 2026 with possibility of extension
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