Industrial PhD: Quantum Control for Superconducting Qubits

Saab AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab AB in Göteborg invites applications for an industrial PhD student position, enrolled with the Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT) at Chalmers University of Technology. The research focuses on optimizing microwave control signals for quantum processors based on superconducting circuits.

You will spend 80% on PhD studies and 20% on Saab internal radar-related projects, combining deep theoretical modelling with hands-on experiments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering Physics (Civilingenjör Teknisk Fysik) or equivalent.
• Strong background in mathematics and physics; interest in modelling and experimental work with complex technical research questions.
• Curious and excited to work with new technologies and able to work independently.
• Merits: experience with quantum computing technology and superconducting circuits; experience with microwave systems; good communication skills; experience with Matlab or Python.

Responsibilities

• Study techniques to enhance the performance of quantum computers based on superconducting circuits by optimizing the qubit control system.
• Design microwave control signals and evaluate optimal control routines on state-of-the-art devices.
• Balance experimental and theoretical aspects of qubit control including modelling and parameter estimation.
• Validate system models through characterisation on the experimental quantum computing device.

Skills

Mathematical modelling

Quantum mechanics

Python

Matlab

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering Physics

Tools

Matlab

Python

Job description

Saab AB in Göteborg invites applications for an industrial PhD student position, enrolled with the Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT) at Chalmers University of Technology. The research focuses on optimizing microwave control signals for quantum processors based on superconducting circuits.

You will spend 80% on PhD studies and 20% on Saab internal radar-related projects, combining deep theoretical modelling with hands-on experiments.