Senior Flexible-Work Superconducting Qubit Physicist

National Quantum Computing Centre; England; On-site; GBP 50,858 - 62,159; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working scheme

Defined benefit pension scheme

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Job summary

A leading quantum technology research centre in the UK is looking for a researcher in superconducting quantum devices. You will engage in designing and building cutting-edge quantum computing systems while collaborating with experts in the field. This full-time role offers opportunities for research and development within an innovative environment. Candidates should possess relevant PhD-level knowledge and experience in the field.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent industry research in superconducting quantum devices or a related field.
• Conceptual understanding of superconducting qubits and quantum computing systems.
• Familiar with dilution fridge measurements and cryogenic microwave signal chains.
• Scientific programming skills for instrumentation, measurements, and data analysis.
• Measurement experience with superconducting qubits or similar quantum devices.
• Motivated to work in a collaborative research team, with areas of individual responsibility.
• Able to communicate effectively, including technical writing and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and build superconducting quantum computing (SCQC) systems.
• Perform experimental characterisation, optimisation, and benchmarking of SCQC systems.
• Research and develop strategies to improve system performance, integration and scaling.
• Work with NQCC colleagues on full-stack integration and use of quantum computers.
• Perform collaborative R&D on enabling technologies with academic and industry partners.
• Keep up to date with advances in the field, present and publish non-confidential results.

Job description

A leading quantum technology research centre in the UK is looking for a researcher in superconducting quantum devices. You will engage in designing and building cutting-edge quantum computing systems while collaborating with experts in the field. This full-time role offers opportunities for research and development within an innovative environment. Candidates should possess relevant PhD-level knowledge and experience in the field.