NIST Rydberg Sensors for CHIPS Imaging
NIST is researching Rydberg atom sensors to measure electric and magnetic fields in next-gen chips, from 10 MHz to THz, for faster CHIPS infrastructure.
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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: Stipend approximately $82,764 per year plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research on Rydberg atom-based sensors for measuring electric and magnetic fields across a wide frequency range to characterize next-generation chips for CHIPS infrastructure.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a Ph.D. earned within the last 5 years; research conducted onsite at NIST in Boulder, CO; requires prior contact with Research Adviser.
Description
This fellowship opportunity, offered through the NRC Research Associateship Programs at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), focuses on advancing Rydberg atom-based sensor technology for characterizing next-generation semiconductor chips. Rydberg atoms provide a unique capability to measure electric and magnetic fields spanning from DC to terahertz (THz) frequencies, traceable to international standards. These sensors are versatile and have applications in phase- and amplitude-modulated communication protocols, synthetic apertures, and radar systems.
The research aims to leverage Rydberg sensors to cover the broad frequency spectrum relevant to modern chipsets, ranging from 10 MHz clock signals to THz signals used in internet-of-things (IoT) applications. Developing a single sensor capable of spanning these frequencies is critical for the rapidly expanding CHIPS infrastructure, enabling faster and more precise chip characterization.
The fellowship is based at NIST's Communications Technology Laboratory, Radio Frequency Technology Division, located in Boulder, Colorado.
