Molecular fountain blackbody radiation metrology

Overview

Researcher will develop a molecular fountain of laser-cooled MgF molecules toward blackbody radiation metrology. This research project will explore several novel and high-risk techniques for cooling, trapping, and manipulation of molecules. The project aims to deliver a record number of cold trapped molecules, advancing nearly all related ultracold molecule applications. Furthermore, the project aims to demonstrate the first laser-cooled molecule fountain. A molecule fountain allows cold molecules to reach maximum precision as sensors, free from perturbative effects of trapping fields. A molecule fountain is an enabling technology for sensitive measurements ranging from tests of fundamental symmetries of nature to quantum blackbody thermometry.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or a related field
• Experience is required in two or more of the following areas:
• molecular laser cooling,
• trapping using optical dipole or optical lattice traps
• frequency stabilization of laser systems
• cryogenic beam source design and construction
• Python programming.

Research Proposal

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

-Perform experimental tasks toward realizing a molecular fountain of MgF molecules

-Data analysis

-Disseminating project results via peer-reviewed publications and public presentations