Senior Trapped-Ion Quantum Scientist | Flexible Hours

NQCC; Harwell; Remote; GBP 53.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Flexible working hours

Defined salary pension scheme

Public transport access / free parking

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Zusammenfassung

Senior Quantum Scientist at NQCC in Harwell, Oxfordshire, leads the trapped ion quantum computing sub‑systems and experimental campaigns. You will design, build, and test subsystem components, optimise qubit fidelity, and drive integration into full‑stack quantum computing platforms.

The role combines hands‑on experimental work with software automation, data analysis, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to advance UK quantum technology and ecosystem development.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Physics, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience in quantum systems.
• Strong technical knowledge in quantum computing or closely related technologies.
• Experience with trapped ion quantum computing platforms, or significant experience in a closely related quantum technology.
• Hands-on experience developing, operating, integrating, and troubleshooting complex experimental quantum systems.
• Experience designing, implementing, and automating experiments, including development of software, scripts, or control routines for system operation and characterisation.
• Experience characterising, analysing, and improving trapped ion qubit and system performance through experimental measurement, calibration, and performance analysis, including fidelity, noise, stability, and error mechanisms.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, assemble, and optimise trapped ion quantum computing sub‑systems (e.g. QPU, laser systems, control systems).
• Develop and run experiments to characterise device performance and improve qubit fidelity, stability, and scalability.
• Contribute to the integration of sub‑systems into full‑stack quantum computing platforms.
• Contribute to system‑level design, including requirements, interfaces, and performance targets.
• Support the development of scaling strategies and system architectures.
• Explore trade‑offs across subsystems and their impact on overall system performance.
• Contribute to the development of open‑architecture policy & vision documents, system definitions, and system performance reports.
• Ensure work is documented to support reproducibility and knowledge transfer.
• Work closely with internal teams across the NQCC (hardware, software, applications).
• Collaborate with external partners including academia, industry, and national laboratories.
• Participate in site visits, technical exchanges, workshops, and community engagement activities, contributing to the development of the UK quantum computing ecosystem and supply chain.
• Take ownership of technical areas or sub‑systems.
• Provide technical input into project direction, planning, and delivery.
• Influence internal and external collaborators through clear communication of technical results.
• Publish results in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Present work at conferences, workshops, and internal reviews.

Kenntnisse

Trapped ion quantum computing

Quantum computing

Experimentation

Automation

Control routines

Data analysis

Communication

Ausbildung

PhD in Physics, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

QPU

Laser systems

Control systems

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Quantum Scientist at NQCC in Harwell, Oxfordshire, leads the trapped ion quantum computing sub‑systems and experimental campaigns. You will design, build, and test subsystem components, optimise qubit fidelity, and drive integration into full‑stack quantum computing platforms.

The role combines hands‑on experimental work with software automation, data analysis, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to advance UK quantum technology and ecosystem development.