Expert in Diamond Growth (MPCVD) for Quantum Sensing // Expert in Diamond Growth (MPCVD) for Quantum Sensing

Job description

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The Quantum Technologies team is seeking an expert in diamond growth using microwave plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition (MPCVD).

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of quantum-grade diamond materials for applications in quantum sensing and related technologies.

If you are a proactive, responsible, and resourceful person with the ability to adapt to new projects and enjoy teamwork,

If you are interested in applied research and transferring the technology you develop to companies…

Keep reading…!

Scientific Context

Quantum technologies are transitioning from fundamental research to real-world applications. Defect centers in diamond, particularly nitrogen-related centers, are among the most promising platforms for quantum sensing with ultra-high sensitivity and room-temperature quantum devices.

The quality of the diamond host material is critical for achieving optimal quantum performance. Growth conditions, impurity control, and defect engineering strongly influence properties such as spin coherence time, charge stability and optical response.

Achieving control over these interdependent parameters requires deep materials expertise and precise process engineering and is essential for unlocking the full potential of diamond-based quantum technologies.

The Quantum Technologies team is seeking an expert in diamond growth using microwave plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition (MPCVD).

The selected candidate will contribute to the development of quantum-grade diamond materials for applications in quantum sensing and related technologies.

If you are a proactive, responsible, and resourceful person with the ability to adapt to new projects and you enjoy teamwork.

If you are interested in applied research and in transferring the technology you will develop to companies...

Keep reading…!

Scientific context

Quantum technologies are moving from fundamental research to real-world applications. Defect centers in diamond, especially nitrogen-related ones, are one of the most promising platforms for quantum sensors with high sensitivity and quantum devices at room temperature.

The quality of the diamond material is essential to achieve optimal quantum performance. Growth conditions, impurity control, and defect engineering strongly influence properties such as spin coherence time, charge stability, and optical response.

Achieving control over these interdependent parameters requires deep materials knowledge and precise process engineering, and is essential to harness the full potential of diamond-based quantum technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Growth of high-purity and nitrogen-doped diamond using MPCVD systems

Optimization of growth parameters to achieve reliable and reproducible material quality

Development of protocols for controlled incorporation of defects (e.g., nitrogen-related centers)

Structural, optical, and electronic characterization of diamond materials

Contribution to the development of quantum sensing concepts and devices

Participation in research projects in quantum technologies

Main responsibilities

Growth of high-purity and nitrogen-doped diamond using MPCVD systems.

Optimization of growth parameters to achieve reliable and reproducible material quality.

Development of protocols for the controlled incorporation of defects (e.g., nitrogen-related centers).

Structural, optical, and electronic characterization of diamond materials.

Contribution to the development of quantum sensing concepts and devices.

Participation in research projects in quantum technologies.

PhD or equivalent experience in physics, materials science, or related fields

Demonstrated hands-on experience in MPCVD diamond growth, with the ability to operate and optimize processes independently

Ability to contribute effectively from the start, without the need for a training period

Proven track record in diamond materials for quantum sensing, with strong understanding of NV center-based systems and their material requirements

Expertise in quantum physics is not required; however, solid knowledge of diamond materials for NV-based sensing is essential

Knowledge of alternative methods for the creation of NV centers beyond growth processes (e.g., implantation and post-growth treatments)

Experience in materials characterization techniques (optical, structural, spectroscopic).

Fluency in English is mandatory

Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment

PhD or equivalent experience in physics, materials science, or related fields.

Demonstrated experience in MPCVD diamond growth, with the ability to operate and optimize processes independently.

Ability to contribute effectively from the start, without the need for a training period.

Proven track record in diamond materials for quantum sensing, with solid knowledge of NV center-based systems and their material requirements.

Expertise in quantum physics is not required; however, solid knowledge of diamond materials for NV-based quantum sensors is essential.

Knowledge of alternative methods for creating NV centers beyond growth processes (e.g., implantation and post-growth treatments).

Experience in materials characterization techniques (optical, structural, spectroscopic).

Fluency in English

Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

What We Offer

Participation in research in quantum technologies

Access to diamond growth infrastructure

Opportunities for scientific development and innovation

Collaboration with academic and industrial partners

What we offer

Participation in research in quantum technologies.

Access to diamond growth infrastructure.

Opportunities for scientific development and innovation.

Collaboration with academic and industrial partners.

TECNALIA

Come on and join TECNALIA!! At TECNALIA we drive sustainable growth and tackle humanity's greatest technological challenges by turning them into opportunities. We help society and companies grow through technological innovations. We are committed to equality, diversity, and we promote work-life balance. You will work in a highly qualified team of technological excellence, in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

Technical Environment

The team works on quantum sensing based NV centers in diamond. The ambition includes MPCVD systems for the synthesis of synthetic diamonds, both intrinsic and doped. The focus of the activities on diamond development includes:

Controlled diamond growth processes

Engineering of defect centers during growth

Material processing and characterization

Integration of diamond materials into functional quantum devices

The work is carried out in collaboration with industry, universities and international research centers.

Technical environment

The team works on quantum sensors based on NV centers in diamond. The ambition includes using MPCVD systems for the synthesis of synthetic diamonds, both intrinsic and doped.

The focus of the activities in diamond development includes:

Controlled diamond growth processes

Engineering of defect centers during growth

Material processing and characterization

Integration of diamond materials into functional quantum devices

The work is carried out in collaboration with companies, universities and international research centers.

R&D

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*We positively value applications from people with a disability certificate equal to or greater than 33%, in compliance with current legislation, the General Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and their social inclusion (LGD).

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*We positively value applications from individuals with a disability certificate of 33% or more, in compliance with current legislation, the General Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and their social inclusion (LGD).

Descripción de la oferta

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The Quantum Technologies team is seeking an expert in diamond growth using microwave plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition (MPCVD).

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of quantum-grade diamond materials for applications in quantum sensing and related technologies.

If you are a proactive, responsible, and resourceful person with the ability to adapt to new projects and enjoy teamwork,

If you are interested in applied research and transferring the technology you develop to companies…

Keep reading…!

Scientific Context

Quantum technologies are transitioning from fundamental research to real-world applications. Defect centers in diamond, particularly nitrogen-related centers, are among the most promising platforms for quantum sensing with ultra-high sensitivity and room-temperature quantum devices.

The quality of the diamond host material is critical for achieving optimal quantum performance. Growth conditions, impurity control, and defect engineering strongly influence properties such as spin coherence time, charge stability and optical response.

Achieving control over these interdependent parameters requires deep materials expertise and precise process engineering and is essential for unlocking the full potential of diamond-based quantum technologies.

El equipo de Tecnologías Cuánticas está buscando una persona experta en el crecimiento de diamante mediante deposición química de vapor mejorada por plasma de microondas (MPCVD).

La persona seleccionada contribuirá al desarrollo de materiales de diamante de calidad cuántica para aplicaciones en sensores cuánticos y tecnologías relacionadas.

Si eres una persona proactiva, responsable y resolutiva con capacidad de adaptación a nuevos proyectos y te gusta el trabajo en equipo.

Si sientes interés por la investigación aplicada y por transferir la tecnología que desarrollarás a las empresas…

¡Sigue leyendo…!

Contexto científico

Las tecnologías cuánticas están pasando de la investigación fundamental a aplicaciones del mundo real. Los centros de defecto en diamante, especialmente los relacionados con nitrógeno, son una de las plataformas más prometedoras para sensores cuánticos con alta sensibilidad y dispositivos cuánticos a temperatura ambiente.

La calidad del material de diamante es fundamental para lograr un rendimiento cuántico óptimo. Las condiciones de crecimiento, el control de impurezas y la ingeniería de defectos influyen fuertemente en propiedades como el tiempo de coherencia de espín, la estabilidad de carga y la respuesta óptica.

Lograr el control sobre estos parámetros interdependientes requiere un profundo conocimiento de materiales y una ingeniería de procesos precisa, y es esencial para aprovechar todo el potencial de las tecnologías cuánticas basadas en diamante.

Key Responsibilities

Growth of high-purity and nitrogen-doped diamond using MPCVD systems

Optimization of growth parameters to achieve reliable and reproducible material quality

Development of protocols for controlled incorporation of defects (e.g., nitrogen-related centers)

Structural, optical, and electronic characterization of diamond materials

Contribution to the development of quantum sensing concepts and devices

Participation in research projects in quantum technologies

Principales responsabilidades

Creación de diamante de alta pureza y dopado con nitrógeno utilizando sistemas MPCVD.

Optimización de parámetros de crecimiento para lograr materiales de calidad confiable y reproducible.

Desarrollo de protocolos para la incorporación controlada de defectos (por ejemplo, centros relacionados con nitrógeno).

Caracterización estructural, óptica y electrónica de materiales de diamante.

Contribución al desarrollo de conceptos y dispositivos de sensores cuánticos.

Participación en proyectos de investigación en tecnologías cuánticas.

PhD or equivalent experience in physics, materials science, or related fields

Demonstrated hands-on experience in MPCVD diamond growth, with the ability to operate and optimize processes independently

Ability to contribute effectively from the start, without the need for a training period

Proven track record in diamond materials for quantum sensing, with strong understanding of NV center-based systems and their material requirements

Expertise in quantum physics is not required; however, solid knowledge of diamond materials for NV-based sensing is essential

Knowledge of alternative methods for the creation of NV centers beyond growth processes (e.g., implantation and post-growth treatments)

Experience in materials characterization techniques (optical, structural, spectroscopic).

Fluency in English is mandatory

Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment

Doctorado o experiencia equivalente en física, ciencia de materiales o campos relacionados.

Experiencia demostrada en crecimiento de diamante mediante MPCVD, con capacidad para operar y optimizar procesos de forma independiente.

Capacidad para contribuir efectivamente desde el inicio, sin necesidad de un período de formación.

Historial comprobado en materiales de diamante para sensores cuánticos, con sólido conocimiento de sistemas basados en centros NV y sus requisitos materiales.

No se requiere experiencia en física cuántica; sin embargo, es esencial un conocimiento sólido de materiales de diamante para sensores cuánticos basados en NV.

Conocimiento de métodos alternativos para la creación de centros NV más allá de los procesos de crecimiento (por ejemplo, implantación y tratamientos posteriores al crecimiento).

Experiencia en técnicas de caracterización de materiales (ópticas, estructurales, espectroscópicas).

Fluidez en inglés

Capacidad para trabajar en un entorno colaborativo e interdisciplinario.

What We Offer

Participation in research in quantum technologies

Access to diamond growth infrastructure

Opportunities for scientific development and innovation

Collaboration with academic and industrial partners

Qué ofrecemos

Participación en investigación en tecnologías cuánticas.

Acceso a infraestructura de crecimiento de diamante.

Oportunidades de desarrollo científico e innovación.

Colaboración con socios académicos e industriales.

TECNALIA

¡¡Anímate y únete a TECNALIA!! En TECNALIA impulsamos el crecimiento sostenible y afrontamos los mayores retos tecnológicos de la humanidad transformándolos en oportunidades. Ayudamos a la sociedad y las empresas a crecer a través de innovaciones tecnológicas. Estamos comprometid@s con la igualdad, la diversidad y promovemos la conciliación de la vida personal y profesional. Trabajarás en un equipo altamente cualificado, de excelencia tecnológica, en un entorno internacional y multidisciplinar.

I+D

Technical Environment

The team works on quantum sensing based NV centers in diamond. The ambition includes MPCVD systems for the synthesis of synthetic diamonds, both intrinsic and doped. The focus of the activities on diamond development includes:

Controlled diamond growth processes

Engineering of defect centers during growth

Material processing and characterization

Integration of diamond materials into functional quantum devices

The work is carried out in collaboration with industry, universities and international research centers.

Entorno técnico

El equipo trabaja en sensores cuánticos basados en centros NV en diamante. La ambición incluye el uso de sistemas MPCVD para la síntesis de diamantes sintéticos, tanto intrínsecos como dopados.

El enfoque de las actividades en el desarrollo de diamante incluye:

Procesos controlados de crecimiento de diamante

Ingeniería de centros de defecto durante el crecimiento

Procesamiento y caracterización de materiales

Integración de materiales de diamante en dispositivos cuánticos funcionales

El trabajo se realiza en colaboración con empresas, universidades y centros de investigación internacionales.

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*We positively value applications from people with a disability certificate equal to or greater than 33%, in compliance with current legislation, the General Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and their social inclusion (LGD).

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*Valoramos positivamente las solicitudes de personas con certificado de discapacidad igual o mayor al 33%, en cumplimiento de la legislación vigente, Ley General de Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad y de su inclusión social (LGD).