NIST Optical Spectroscopy of Quantum Dots
NIST seeks proposals to study the fundamental optical & electronic properties of quantum dots for advanced optoelectronics & quantum computing.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: $82,764 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research investigating fundamental optical and electronic properties of self-assembled semiconductor quantum dots at NIST for applications in optoelectronics and quantum computing.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens holding a doctoral degree within the last 5 years; requires contacting a NIST Research Adviser prior to application.
Description
This fellowship opportunity, offered through the NRC Research Associateship Programs at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), focuses on advancing fundamental understanding of self-assembled semiconductor quantum dots. These quantum dots have demonstrated utility in optoelectronic devices such as lasers, optical amplifiers, and photodetectors, and are proposed for emerging applications including quantum computing.
Despite their technological promise, key fundamental properties remain insufficiently understood, particularly at the single quantum dot level. These include homogeneous linewidth, oscillator strength, coupling mechanisms, and carrier escape processes. The program invites proposals that investigate these or other fundamental optical and electronic characteristics of self-assembled quantum dots.
The research is conducted at NIST’s Physical Measurement Laboratory, Applied Physics Division, located in Boulder, Colorado. Awardees will benefit from mentorship by NIST scientists, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and integration into a leading federal research environment.
