Senior Scientist, Quantum Sensing (Modeling and Control)

Q-CTRL; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-CTRL in Sydney seeks a Senior Scientist, Quantum Sensing (Modeling and Control) to advance next-generation quantum magnetometers and bring high-sensitivity sensing into fielded environments. You will design novel quantum control schemes and software-layer controls for optically pumped atomic magnetometers, and implement advanced statistical filtering to boost performance amid noise.

The team combines theory and experiment to translate research into real-world capabilities, focusing on

Responsibilities

• Design quantum control schemes and software-layer controls for optically pumped atomic magnetometers.
• Implement advanced statistical filtering to improve performance in noisy environments.
• Inform the design, build, and operation of quantum sensors to deliver real-world impact.

Job description

Senior Scientist, Quantum Sensing (Modeling and Control) at Q-CTRL, Sydney. A senior-level full time position in the Sensing Research team, listed under research.

About the team Q-CTRL’s Quantum Sensing Research team performs basic and applied research in quantum sensing and quantum-enabled navigation. It is a highly dynamic team comprising approximately 30 specialists in theoretical and experimental atomic physics, cold-atom interferometry, navigation modeling, and modern Bayesian estimation and signal processing techniques. The Quantum Sensing Research and Quantum Sensing R&D teams work closely together, translating novel quantum sensing research into a useful capability and product. We are focussed on pushing the boundary of what is possible in quantum sensing and ensuring our R&D has real-world impact. About the role This opportunity will focus on developing next-generation, small-form-factor quantum magnetometers that are both exquisitely sensitive and able to operate reliably in harsh fielded environments. To do this, you will design novel quantum control schemes and software-layer controls for optically pumped atomic magnetometers. You will also implement advanced statistical filtering techniques allowing performance improvements in noisy operating environments. The algorithms, signal processing, and data analytics developed by you and the rest of the team will inform the design, build, and operation of our quantum sensors. In all cases, a major focus is on real-world performance in real-world environments.