We are a research group at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) where we study quantum physics in electrical, mechanical and optical chip-based devices. Our research is positioned at the intersection of quantum optics and mesoscopic condensed 
matter physics and our main objective is to advance and integrate quantum technology for simulation, communication, sensing and metrology.
Quantum Integrated Devices
One of the most promising solid-state systems for quantum computation and simulation is based on superconducting electrical circuits, which are typicallly addressed and controlled with microwave frequency photons (see e.g. Schoelkopf and Girvin). Photons at optical wavelengths on the other hand, are the best candidates for establishing quantum networks due to their weak interaction with the environment, large bandwidth, and resilience to thermal noise. Finding a way to efficiently interface these two domains is one of the most exciting areas of experimental physics today.
Research Goals
- Quantum Microwave Photonics: We are working on integrated microwave photonic interfaces to coherently couple superconducting qubits with telecom wavelength fiber optics to realize quantum networks. One approach is based on on-chip integrated mechanical oscillators as mediators, the other on the resonantly enhanced electro-optic effect.
- Ultra-High Impedance Physics: We are studying high impedance linear circuit elements with applications in metrology, hybrid systems and for hardware protected qubits suitable for small overhead error correction.
- Multi-Qubit QED: We study light-matter interactions, quantum optics and many-body dynamics in multi-qubit devices both in waveguides and resonators.
Open Positions
We are always looking for motivated and creative students who are eager to get involved in cutting edge research. Candidates interested in quantum physics and engineering, with a strong background in physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (both Bachelor’s or Master’s degree) are encouraged to apply to the graduate school of IST Austria. We also offer funded positions for external students to work on their Master thesis in our lab.
Postdoc candidates interested in superconducting circuits, electro- and opto-mechanics are invited to contact me via email. A strong background in one or more of the following areas is required: theory of quantum optical systems, FEM simulations and software programming, high bandwidth microwave measurements and signal processing, optical measurement techniques and testing, micro- and nanofabrication, ultra-low temperatures.
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