Quantum Physicist — NV Centres and Quantum Sensing
LocationConstructor Labs, Germany
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentResearch
Company size201–500 people
PostedSep 21, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live18h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have10
PhD in physics, with experience in NV centres, optically pumped magnetometry or precision magnetic sensing
Pulse sequence development, spin physics, or zero-field NMR
Hands-on experimental work as well as modelling
Track record of publication
Able to write the code you need
Interest in applied and commercial outcomes alongside the research
This is a capability we are building, not one you are joining
Clear scientific communication
PhD in physics or a closely related field
Fluent English
Skills
NV centres
optically pumped magnetometry
precision magnetic sensing
pulse sequence development
spin physics
zero-field NMR
machine learning
About the role
Location: Remote within Europe, with regular presence in Bremen
Direct Reports: None; supervision of students possible
Working Model: Remote / hybrid. Regular time on-site in Bremen.
Mission
Build our capability in quantum sensing and magnetometry. The role covers NV-centre systems, optically pumped magnetometry and precision magnetic sensing, applying modelling and machine learning to improve characterisation and bring-up, and taking the results towards applied and commercial outcomes.
Responsibilities
Pillar 1 Sensing and Characterisation
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Model, calibrate and characterise NV-centre systems and magnetic-field sensors.
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Develop digital twins of sensing platforms and validate them against measurement.
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Apply machine learning to improve bring-up and characterisation time.
Success Metrics and KPIs: sensitivity and calibration-time improvements demonstrated on real systems.
Pillar 2 Applied and Commercial
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Explore applied sensing in biomagnetism and medical and industrial diagnostics.
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Work with Constructor’s IP function where the work is patentable.
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Assess and develop spin-off and licensing pathways within the Constructor ecosystem.
Success Metrics and KPIs: invention disclosures, applied use cases validated.
Pillar 3 Research and Teaching
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Publish, and collaborate with Constructor University faculty and external sensing groups.
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Contribute to grant applications in quantum sensing.
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Co-supervise MSc projects and contribute to teaching-lab design.
Success Metrics and KPIs: publications, collaborations, student projects supervised.
Requirements
Experience
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PhD in physics, with experience in NV centres, optically pumped magnetometry or precision magnetic sensing.
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Pulse sequence development, spin physics, or zero-field NMR.
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Hands-on experimental work as well as modelling.
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Track record of publication.
Skills & Competencies
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Able to write the code you need.
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Interest in applied and commercial outcomes alongside the research.
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This is a capability we are building, not one you are joining.
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Clear scientific communication.
Education & Languages
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PhD in physics or a closely related field.
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Fluent English.
What This Role Is (and Is Not)
This role IS
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A chance to build a sensing capability rather than join one.
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Research with a route to IP and commercial application.