Postdoctoral Appointee - Quantum Magnetometry

Job overview

The Postdoctoral Appointee - Quantum Magnetometry for High-Energy Physics is an onsite role located in Lemont, IL. The salary range is $72,879 to $121,465 per year, supporting the High Energy Physics Division at Argonne National Laboratory. This role bridges detector R&D, materials science, and quantum information science. The researcher will develop and optimize diamond membrane quantum sensors to enable precision electromagnetic field mapping for future high-energy physics experiments.

What you'll do

• Design, synthesize, and characterize NV diamond sensors.
• Integrate sensors into microelectronic and photonic platforms.
• Validate sensor performance in laboratory and operational testbeds.
• Develop scalable, field-ready modules.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across physics and engineering.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

lemont il

postdoctoral

physics

quantum engineering

research

materials science

detector r&d

$72k-$121k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and insurance.

Why this role

Unique opportunity to work at the interface of quantum information science and particle physics at a national laboratory.

About the employer

Argonne National Laboratory is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.