The University of Maryland invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in Electromagnetic Metamaterials research with Prof. Steven Anlage in the Center for Nanophysics and Advanced Materials, Department of Physics. The focus of the work will be on investigating the physics of electromagnetic metamaterials, particularly those with very low losses.  Our objective is to develop new ultra-small ultra-low-loss metamaterials, and to study their effects on electromagnetic radiation.  We shall exploit the unique electromagnetic properties of both low-temperature and high-temperature superconductors for at least part of this work.  The duties include: design, development, construction, and measurement of metamaterials; development of simulation and analysis software; mentoring UMD graduate and undergraduate students.  The appointment is for one year, with prospects for a second year.  The candidate could begin as early as December 1, 2008.   Applicants should arrange for a CV (with publication list), summary of research experience and interests, and a list of three references to be submitted to: postdocwithanlage@gmail.com, or Prof. Steven M. Anlage, Physics Department, University of Maryland, College Park, MD  20742-4111; (301) 405-7321. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  UMD is an EE/AA employer.

Job Requirements:  Recent PhD in experimental physics, engineering, or applied physics.  Experience in cryogenics, thin film deposition, nano-lithography, materials characterization, and high frequency (microwave - optical) experimental work is most helpful.  The ability and interest to pursue challenging, interdisciplinary problems, and good communication and organizational skills are essential.

Skills:  RF/microwave experience, cryogenics, thin film deposition, nano-lithography, materials characterization.

The University of Maryland is a diverse and dynamic research university located in the suburbs of Washington, DC.  The surrounding area is filled with many career opportunities for technically-inclined people, and includes NIH, NASA/Goddard, the Naval Research Laboratory, NIST, many universities, APS headquarters, and the US Government.  The Physics department is one of the largest in the country and offers an intense research environment with broad interests that draw many prominent speakers and visitors throughout the year.   The Center for Nanophysics and Advanced Materials is focused on correlated-electron physics, nano-materials physics, scanned probe microscopy, superconducting quantum computing, and novel device physics.  The newly established Joint Quantum Institute will draw together many researchers at UMD and NIST into a collaborative effort to study quantum coherent phenomena.