Experimental Quantum Physicist

TN United Kingdom; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Experimental Quantum Physicist to join their team in Haywards Heath. This role involves working on groundbreaking quantum technologies, including operating ion-trap quantum computing hardware and developing advanced quantum control protocols. If you have a passion for pushing the boundaries of science and technology, and possess a strong background in quantum physics, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. You'll collaborate with a talented team and contribute to projects that aim to revolutionize the field. Join us in creating technologies that can change the world!

Benefits

Unlimited holiday allowance

Flexible working options

10% matching pension

Generous parental support policy

Private health/dental insurance

Relocation support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in calibrating and characterizing quantum technologies.
• Excellent communication skills with published research results.

Responsibilities

• Operate ion-trap quantum computing hardware and develop control protocols.
• Perform calibration and optimization on quantum computing hardware.

Skills

Laser cooling and trapping of ions

Operating and calibrating optical, RF and microwave control hardware

Precision-timed control systems

Quantum gates and algorithms

Simulations and modelling for experiments

Education

PhD in Physics

Postdoc experience

Tools

Python

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Experimental Quantum Physicist, Haywards Heath

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Client:

Universal Quantum

Location:

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

At Universal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire an experimental quantum physicist with experience calibrating, characterising, and operating experiments for quantum technologies. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!

What You’ll Accomplish

• Apply previous experience in experimental quantum technologies to operate ion-trap quantum computing hardware.
• Develop quantum control protocols for ion shuttling and quantum gates.
• Perform calibration, optimisation, and characterisation procedures on quantum computing hardware.
• Develop theoretical models and simulations to compare experimental measurements with predicted quantum dynamics.
• Work with a multidisciplinary and experienced team of Software Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Physicists and Quantum Engineers.
• Assist in developing new concepts and develop new technologies for future products.

Requirements

The most critical attributes we’ll use to compare candidates

• Experience with laser cooling and trapping ofions.
• Experience operating and calibrating optical, RF and microwave control hardware.
• Working knowledge of precision-timed control systems and signal processing.
• Experience implementing quantum gates, quantum algorithms and/or quantum simulations.
• Experience implementing a variety of quantum control protocols on hardware.
• Ability to perform simulations and modelling to inform experiments.

Must-have

• PhD and ideally postdoc experience.
• 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving calibrating, characterising, and operating experiments for quantum technologies.
• 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience trapping ions, characterising qubits, implementing quantum gates, randomized benchmarking, and/or running algorithms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in field of research.
• Strong organizational skills, and experience working and negotiating with customers and partners.

Nice-to-have

• Knowledge of surface ion traps.
• Knowledge of Ytterbium ion qubits.
• Proficient in Python.

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited holiday allowance, flexible and remote working options, 10% matching pension, generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, and relocation support.