Scientist : Senior Quantum Optics, Atomic Physics Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

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Description of Company :

Nanobiosym stands at the forefront of transforming personalized medicine, breakthrough technologies, and global healthcare delivery. Founded by a distinguished MIT- and Harvard-trained Physician and Physicist, Nanobiosym develops pioneering platform technologies that leverage cutting-edge advances in physics, biomedicine, and nanotechnology.

As the first-ever recipient of the XPRIZE for healthcare and the winner of multiple prestigious peer-reviewed research awards, Nanobiosym is expanding its world-class team as it transitions into a global commercial enterprise.

Senior Quantum Optics, Atomic Physics Scientist

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Optical Physicist with deep expertise in experimental and applied optics. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Experimental Physics, Optical Physics, Atomic Physics (Advanced Instrumentation, Signal to noise optimization), Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of hands-on research experience.

Key Technical Qualifications

Extensive, hands-on optical bench expertise, including the design, construction, alignment, and maintenance of complex optical setups involving advanced laser sources.

Strong foundation in optical physics, with proven ability to model, analyze, troubleshoot, and refine sophisticated optical systems.

Experience in quantum optics and atomic physics, such as laser–matter interactions, single-molecule imaging, precision measurement techniques, advanced detection systems, or atomic-scale instrumentation (preferred) .

Demonstrated experience in laser trapping and laser cooling for cold atoms or related precision laser-based manipulation applications (preferred) .

Optical tweezers design and operation is required.

Mastery of high-precision optical alignment across multiple degrees of freedom.

Advanced programming proficiency in LabVIEW and MATLAB.

Strong competence in data acquisition, signal processing, and statistical analysis.

Experience working with acousto-optic modulators / deflectors and other high-precision photonics components.

Expertise in signal-to-noise optimization, including vibration isolation methodologies and noise-reduction strategies.

Additional experience with mechanical CAD, machine shop tools, and opto-mechanical design is a strong plus.

Professional Attributes

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple parallel projects within a fast-paced startup environment.

Demonstrates a proactive, solution-driven mindset with a strong "can-do" attitude.

Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Thrives in an interdisciplinary environment working alongside physicists, engineers, biologists, entrepreneurs, and senior executives

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