Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

PhD position in AMO Physics - QuEST for APV

📍 Location
Amsterdam, North Holland
⏰ Job Type
Full time
📅 Posted
June 20, 2026
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Job Description

This PhD project is about quantum enhanced sensing in trapped ions for atomic parity violation, a cornerstone of the electroweak interaction. Using quantum technology, this project will push the frontiers of fundamental physics tests.

Your function

We are searching for a motivated and interested PhD-student, with a degree in physics or related topics or with experience in quantum technology, spectroscopy, and/or laser physics, who wishes to work with us in the international and stimulating environment of the joint Quantum Metrology group at LaserLaB Amsterdam.

This project aims to develop a new experimental apparatus that enables quantum enhanced sensing in trapped barium ions for tests of electroweak theory. At the basis of the project lies a unique high-precision radio frequency ion trap in which single Ba+ ions will be confined and cooled to their motional ground state. With optical standing waves the ind...

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