Motivation

Semiconductor-based qubits that utilize the spin of individual electrons or holes (also known as spin qubits) are among the most fascinating research fields in solid-state physics. In recent years, germanium (Ge) based spin qubits have gained significance in research as they effectively circumvent many challenges faced by other material systems. Our long-term goal is to thoroughly investigate Ge-based qubits and develop innovative applications, such as coupling single photons to these spin qubits.

Research Goal

This project aims to gain insights into the material properties of Ge-based heterostructures to optimize future growth based on this knowledge. Various germanium-based heterostructures will be investigated and compared regarding their transport properties at low temperatures.

Your Task

You will be responsible for measuring provided samples at low temperatures (∼1 K), with an appropriate measurement system available in our lab. You can also expand your knowledge in the following areas:

  • Transport measurement techniques for semiconductor-based heterostructures
  • Operation and understanding of vacuum and low-temperature setups
  • Physics of electronic band structures, quantum components and general quantum technology

Additionally, you can participate in group seminars and journal clubs to learn more about current developments in this research field. You will gain insights into the work of SQUAD Lab and the Quantum Technology Group.

Required Skills

Given that all of the measurements that we do are code-based, we require you to have some basic knowledge with Python and an interest to work with solid-state physics.

What we offer

  • Workplace for duration of the project.
  • Exposure to leading research activities in quantum technology

Supervision