Postdoc Superconducting Single Photon Detector Arrays for Imaging

From cosmos to cell, detecting photons at speed!

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the SPRINT project, an ambitious research project developing the next generation of ultra-fast and ultra-sensitive imaging systems. The project aims to create an ultrafast single-photon camera using SNSPD arrays.

The successful candidate will work at the intersection of nanotechnology, photonics, superconducting devices, RF engineering, cryogenics, and advanced imaging, contributing to both fundamental research and real-world applications such as biomedical imaging, quantum technologies, and LiDAR.

Job requirements

Applicants must hold a PhD in Physics or a related field with strong experimental experience in quantum, optical, or nanoscale systems. Background in superconducting devices and cryogenics, RF/microwave engineering, and photonics is desirable. Familiarity with SNSPDs is a plus.

Conditions of employment

• Duration of contract is 1.5 years. Temporary.
• A job of 36-40 hours per week.
• Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP.
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.
• Flexible working week.
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.
• Partially paid parental leave.
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

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Additional information

If you would like more information about this vacancy or the selection procedure, please contact Iman Esmaeil Zadeh.

Application procedure

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 30 June 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter

You can address your application to Iman Esmaeil Zadeh.

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Faculty/Department: Faculty of Applied Sciences

Salary range: €3546 - €5538

Hours per week: 36-40

FTE: 1.0

Submission is possible until: 30 Jun 2026

ID job: 3494

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