About us: Our interdisciplinary research group bridges quantum nano-optics, functional molecular and quantum materials, with the study of emergent phenomena. We combine scanning probe microscopy with near-field optical spectroscopy to image the quantum dynamics of elementary excitations in matter with nanometer spatial and femtosecond temporal resolution. We have pioneered many nano-optical imaging techniques from ultrafast nano-imaging with coherent and far-from equilibrium excitation to quantum-enhanced imaging and scanning probe cavity nano-optics. 

Postdoc position: We are looking for postdoc candidates with interest in expanding the application space of optical nano-imaging in new modalities to resolve structure, coupling, and dynamics in functional molecular and quantum materials at their fundamental length and time scales. Depending on your background, potential projects will focus on applications in 2D quantum materials, hybrid, or functional molecular materials to resolve charge and energy transport, phase transitions, coherent and many-body interactions. 

Research environment: The University of Colorado and the Department of Physics with associated institutes of JILA, RASEI, and LASP, and neighboring national labs of NIST and the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR, formerly NREL) provide for an exceptionally inspiring research environment. At the University of Colorado our group is affiliated with the Materials Science and Engineering Program, the Center for Real Time Functional Imaging (STROBE), the Center for Experiments of Quantum Materials (CEQM), and the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute (RASEI). Together with our established national and international collaborative network with theorists and device/sample fabrication this supports pushing the boundaries of the emergent field of quantum nano-spectroscopy. 

Responsibilities: As a highly independent researcher, you participate and lead collaborations, advise and work closely with graduate and undergraduate students, and present your research at national and international conferences. You will assist in group management and participate in proposal writing. 

Qualifications: PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or related fields. Established expertise in one or several areas of laser spectroscopy, nonlinear and ultrafast optics, pulse characterization and optical detection, advanced scanning probe microscopy, materials science or chemical sample preparation. Passion for science, good communication skills, and collaborative team spirit are a must. 

Inquiries and application: Prof. Markus Raschke at markus.raschke@colorado.edu with cover letter, CV, and list of publications. 

Deadline: position is open for both domestic and international applicants. The search will be ongoing until the position is filled. Start date is flexible but PhD must be completed at the beginning of the appointment. Depending on funding status more than one postdoc position may be available.