Quantum gates & phonons
Use tightly focused light to control ions, implement high-fidelity quantum logic gates and shape their motional modes.
USTC IONQNET GROUP
Join us
Undergraduate research & postdoctoral opportunities
Store and process quantum information with ions. Connect quantum nodes with photons. Join us in bringing quantum networks and distributed quantum computing into practical use.
OUR RESEARCH
From quantum control to connected nodes
Microcavity photonic interfaces
Enhance ion–photon interactions to develop quantum-network interfaces that combine high efficiency with high bandwidth.
Hybrid quantum networks
Use quantum frequency conversion to connect ion processors with solid-state quantum memories across physical platforms.
01 / CURRENT USTC UNDERGRADUATES
Undergraduate research
We welcome USTC students in Years 1–4. Together, we will choose a project suited to your background, interests and stage of study, building research experience through concrete problems.
What you can work on
Start with literature surveys, numerical simulations, data analysis or experimental control programming. Gradually take part in optical alignment, instrument testing and quantum experiments, developing physical intuition and problem-solving skills along the way.
What we look for
- Curiosity and thoughtful questions. A strong interest in research, some grounding in physics and basic physical intuition.
- A positive, communicative approach. Enjoy discussing ideas, exchanging perspectives and working with others.
- Hands-on ability and independent learning. Strong practical and self-directed learning skills, with a willingness to build and test.
- Some programming experience. Having written more than a hundred lines of code is enough to start; you can improve through practice.
- Interest in our field. Quantum information, quantum computing, cold atoms or ions, or optical experiments.
Explore new questions with us
Our group is at an important stage of development, and we welcome inventive researchers who can turn ideas into experiments. With sufficient personnel, we will consider exploring optical-tweezer-controlled hybrid systems of cold atoms and ions, including ultracold collisions and chemical reactions between a single ion and neutral atoms.
02 / POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITIES
Postdoctoral research
We welcome early-career researchers interested in experimental trapped-ion quantum information to help advance quantum computing nodes, microcavity photonic interfaces and hybrid quantum networks.
The research
Develop research questions, build and improve experimental systems, and investigate quantum control and measurement methods. Work with us to turn ideas into experimental tests across the group’s research directions.
We value independent thinking, strong experimental skills and open scientific discussion. We also welcome new ideas that connect with our research.
Relevant background
- A PhD, completed or nearing completion, in physics, optics, quantum information or a related field.
- Research experience in trapped ions, cold atoms, quantum optics, cavity QED, precision spectroscopy or related experimental fields.
- The ability to analyse research problems independently, carry out experiments, analyse data and communicate research, with a collaborative approach.
NEXT STEP
Start with an email
Tell us about your background, research interests and availability for the opportunity that interests you.
Your interests and experience
- Name, department, year of study and contact details
- Relevant courses, programming or laboratory experience
- Research interests and weekly availability
Subject: Undergraduate research — Name — Year
Contact the research mentorYour research and plans
- A CV and contact details
- Selected research outputs and your contributions
- Research interests, initial ideas and anticipated start date
Subject: Postdoctoral application — Name — Research area
Enquire about postdoctoral research
Contact: Jin-Ming
Cuijmcui@ustc.edu.cn
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