Attosecond Physics in Solids
Stanford PULSE Institute has immediate openings for postdoctoral researchers in the area of Attosecond Physics in Solids. In this project, we investigate the intriguing possibility of initiating and controlling electron dynamics in bulk crystals through the process of high-order harmonic generation (HHG). Our recent results are: “Anisotropic high-harmonic generation in bulk crystals”, Nature Physics 13, 345–349 (2017) and “Solid-state harmonics beyond the atomic limit”, Nature 534, 520–523 (2016). The solid-state HHG could support attosecond pulses and therefore it could be the basis for next generation compact attosecond light source. More information about our research can be found on our group page: Attosecond Physics in Solids.
The PULSE Institute is a Stanford Independent Laboratory that provides world leadership in Ultrafast Science, including Attosecond Science and Strong-field Physics. It is home to several laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art high-intensity mid-infrared laser systems and is in close proximity to the Linac Coherent Light Source, the world’s first x-ray free-electron laser. The researchers take advantage of these unique resources and a very collaborative research environment. Our candidates are expected to have a PhD degree in physics, chemistry, ultrafast laser science or related field with experience in one or more of the following areas: experimental AMO or condensed matter physics, high harmonic generation, and attosecond pulse metrology.
These positions carry competitive salary and benefits initially for one-year term, may be renewable up to three years depending upon future funding situations and performance of the candidates. Interested candidates should forward a CV with name and contact information of two references to Shambhu Ghimire at shambhu@slac.stanford.edu. We will start reviewing applications and continue that until the positions are filled.
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Last updated: 17 May 2017
