PhD Researcher in Stochastic Thermodynamics of Nanomechanical Computers
2 dagen geleden
Background – The escalating energy consumption of computers poses a significant scientific and societal challenge. Information technology already accounts for more CO2 emissions than the airline industry. At the fundamental level, the energy cost of a computation is dictated by the laws of thermodynamics. Establishing an arrow of time requires consuming free energy. The problem of quantifying the energy cost of computers falls within the domain of stochastic thermodynamics, a sub-field of statistical physics focused on small systems far from equilibrium.
Key Challenge and Approach – Experimentally probing the energy limits of computers is challenging due to the need for components with low power losses and the ability to be activated with small energies. We plan to tackle this challenge by building nanomechanical computers that process information using small structures that can bend under tiny forces, consuming an extraordinarily small amount of energy. We will actuate the nanostructures using optical forces and measure them using custom, on-chip optical interferometers to quantify the energy consumption.
Key Tasks: The Ph.D. position will be primarily experimental. The student will be tasked with fabricating nanomechanical bits and logic gates and experimentally studying their evolution using photonic characterization tools. Occasional numerical simulations will be conducted to help interpret and contextualize the results.
QualificationsRequirements – We are looking for an experimentally-minded student with a MSc degree in physics or engineering. Experience in cleanroom nanofabrication, optomechanics, or stochastic thermodynamics is a plus but not required. Perseverance and a willingness to take on challenging experiments are essential.
Work EnvironmentAMOLF is a leading research institute focused on the physics of complex forms of matter and the creation of new functional materials. The institute is located at Amsterdam Science Park and employs approximately 140 researchers and 80 support employees. We are a diverse and international research group with a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
What We Offer – The Ph.D. includes funding to attend several international conferences. Our institute is equipped with a state-of-the-art, on-site cleanroom. The research is relevant to fundamental physics as well as applications given the exponential growth in the energy costs of artificial intelligence.
Working Conditions- The working atmosphere at the institute is informal and collaborative.
- The position is a full-time appointment for the duration of four years.
- The starting salary is 2,781 Euros gross per month, and a range of employment benefits are offered.
- After successful completion of the Ph.D. research, a Ph.D. degree will be granted at a Dutch University.
- Several courses are offered specifically for Ph.D. students.
- AMOLF assists new foreign Ph.D. students with housing and visa applications and compensates their transport costs and furnishing expenses.
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdResearch Position in Nanomechanical ComputingBackgroundThe energy consumption of computers is a significant scientific and societal challenge. Information technology is responsible for more CO2 emissions than the airline industry. At the fundamental level, the energy cost of a computation is dictated by the laws of thermodynamics. Establishing an arrow of...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob DescriptionScientific BackgroundThe energy consumption of computers is a pressing scientific and societal challenge. Information technology is a significant contributor to CO2 emissions, surpassing the airline industry. At the fundamental level, the energy cost of a computation is governed by the laws of thermodynamics. Establishing an arrow of time...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob DescriptionScientific BackgroundOur research group at AMOLF is focused on the physics of complex forms of matter and the creation of new functional materials. We are seeking an experimental researcher to join our team and contribute to our project on nanomechanical computing and stochastic thermodynamics. The goal of this project is to investigate the...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the ResearchThe energy consumption of computers is a significant scientific and societal challenge. Information technology is already responsible for more CO2 emissions than the airline industry. At the fundamental level, the energy cost of a computation is dictated by the laws of thermodynamics. Establishing an arrow of time requires consuming free...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob OverviewScientific Background - The energy consumption of computers is a pressing scientific and societal issue: information technology is already responsible for more CO2 emissions than the airline industry. At the fundamental level, the energy cost of a computation is dictated by the laws of thermodynamics: computations must evolve in time in a...
-
Research Scientist: Stochastic Thermodynamics and Nanotechnology
2 maanden geleden
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the field of nanotechnology and statistical physics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project focused on the stochastic thermodynamics of nanomechanical computers.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob OverviewWe are seeking an experimental-minded PhD student to join our research group at AMOLF, a leading institute for fundamental research on the physics of complex forms of matter. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on the stochastic thermodynamics of nanomechanical computers, with a focus on understanding the energy limits of...
-
PhD Position: Exploring the Frontiers of Nanomechanical Computing
2 maanden geleden
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the field of nanotechnology and statistical physics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project focused on the stochastic thermodynamics of nanomechanical computers.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems, leveraging the most innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics, biophysics,...
-
Experimental Physicist: Investigating the Energy Limits of Computers
2 maanden geleden
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and experimentally-minded PhD candidate to join our research group at AMOLF. The successful candidate will be working on the stochastic thermodynamics of nanomechanical computers, with a focus on understanding the energy limits of these systems.Key ResponsibilitiesFabricate nanomechanical bits and logic gates in a...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems, leveraging the most innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics,...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems, leveraging the most innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics, biophysics,...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems.The project involves a collaboration with members of the Biochemical...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems, leveraging the most innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics, biophysics,...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems.The project involves a collaboration with members of the Biochemical...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on cooperative sensing in optical systems, leveraging the principles of stochastic thermodynamics to improve sensing performance.The ideal candidate...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on understanding the fundamental limits and opportunities of cooperative sensing in optical systems.The project involves a collaboration with members of the Biochemical...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on understanding the role of cooperativity in sensing performance, leveraging innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics, biophysics, and nonlinear...
-
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland AMOLF VoltijdAbout the PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at AMOLF, a leading research institute in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on understanding the role of cooperativity in sensing performance, leveraging innovative ideas in stochastic thermodynamics, biophysics, and nonlinear...
-
PhD Researcher in Theoretical Computer Science
1 maand geleden
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland Universiteit van Amsterdam VoltijdJob DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and talented researcher to join our team at the Universiteit van Amsterdam. As a PhD researcher, you will be working on original research in the field of theoretical computer science, with a focus on code-based cryptography.ResponsibilitiesConduct cutting-edge research in coding theory and its applications to...
