About this position
Posting Details
Position Details
Title
Postdoctoral Fellow, Experimental Physics
Appointment Status
Non-Tenure Track
Department
IU Bloomington Physics
Location
Bloomington
Position Summary
Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Quantum Optics and Laser
Sciences
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, Experimental Physics
Appointment Status: Non-tenure track
Department: Department of Physics, Indiana University
Bloomington
Location: Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A.
- Position Summary: The Department of Physics at Indiana
- University Bloomington invites applications for a postdoctoral
- fellow position (experimentalist only). The project focuses on
- experimental design, optimization, and construction of entangled
- and/or squeezed states of light for a range of applications. The
- role also involves building and setting up various application end
- stations to be used for imaging, absorption/reflection
- spectroscopy, and other quantum sensing techniques. Practical
- working knowledge and hands‑on experience with lasers and optics,
- spanning both visible and infrared wavelengths, are required. In
- this exciting role and project, you will work under the direction
- of Prof. Chen-Ting Liao and in collaboration with other team
- members and collaborators. For additional information about the
- Liao research group, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/chentingliao/
- Department Contact for Questions: Questions regarding the
- position or application process can be directed to Prof. Chen-Ting
- Liao (Liao3[at]IU.edu)
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Quantum Information Science, Optics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment ( ABD candidates will be considered).
- Track records of scientific research with peer-reviewed publications.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- High degree of independence and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Additional Qualifications:
- Strong hands-on experience with lasers, optics, and imaging/spectroscopy systems.
- Experience with data analysis using Matlab, Python, etc.
- Some experience using software to automate experimental controls.
- Required Documents: (1) Curriculum Vitae (including
- completed degrees, list of publications, research experience, and
- expertise), (2) Letter of Application (cover letter), (3) contact
- information of at least two references. Applications should be
- submitted through the application portal located at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/32498
- Expected Start Date: Spring 2026. Applications will be
- reviewed on rolling basis starting on 4/15/26 and will continue
- until the position(s) is filled.
- Salary and Rank: $52-59K/yr, Postdoctoral Fellow. The
- initial appointment for this position will be for 1 year.
- Additional 1-2 years extension will be available based on
- performance, mutual agreement, and funding availability. A
- competitive benefits package will be offered by the
- University.
- Equal Opportunity Statement: Indiana University is an equal
- opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits
- discrimination in hiring.
- See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which
- includes contact information.
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Quantum Information Science, Optics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment ( ABD candidates will be considered).
- Track records of scientific research with peer-reviewed publications.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- High degree of independence and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Department Contact for Questions
Questions regarding the position or application process can be
directed to Prof. Chen-Ting Liao (Liao3[at]IU.edu)
Additional Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience with lasers, optics, and imaging/spectroscopy systems.
- Experience with data analysis using Matlab, Python, etc.
- Some experience using software to automate experimental controls.
Salary and Rank
Special Instructions
For Best Consideration Date
04/15/2026
Expected Start Date
06/01/2026
Posting Number
IU-101519-2026
How to apply
- Read the full advert on the source site — it carries the authoritative terms.
- Prepare your SOP, CV, transcripts and referees before the deadline.
- Apply through the university's own portal. Never pay a fee to a third party.