Advanced Quantum Testbed Project Scientist

Berkeley Lab; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Berkeley Lab as an Advanced Quantum Testbed Project Scientist to contribute to pioneering research in quantum information science. Your role will involve designing superconducting devices, conducting experiments, and supervising research personnel within a collaborative team focused on cutting-edge technology advancements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in the quantum field.
• Experience independently planning and completing projects.
• Relevant publication record in quantum research.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate superconducting electronic devices.
• Conduct state-of-the-art experiments and troubleshoot issues.
• Supervise post-doctoral candidates and students.

Skills

Design of superconducting electronics

Fabrication of superconducting electronic devices

Experimental data analysis

Python programming

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Advanced Quantum Testbed Project Scientist

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$91,484.00/yr - $219,562.00/yr

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Berkeley Lab’s Applied Math and Computational Research Division (AMCR) has an opening in the QuIST (Quantum Information Science and Technology) Group for Project Scientists in support of The Advanced Quantum Testbed (AQT) project as well as future Quantum Information Science and Technology efforts.

The AQT program is focused on constructing, enhancing, operating, and maintaining an open, fully accessible gate-based quantum computer. Our technology platform is based on superconducting quantum circuit processors, and we aim to generate the detailed experimental findings needed to resolve foundational questions in quantum information science, and to guide near-term hardware and algorithm co-design.

What You Will Do:

• Design of superconducting electronic devices with emphasis on superconducting quantum processors with emphasis in qubit crosstalk mitigation and overall processor fidelity improvement.
• Fabrication of superconducting electronic devices with emphasis on superconducting quantum processors with
• Device characterization and optimization
• Design and conduct state-of-the-art experiments such as superconducting quantum processors.
• Troubleshoot noise processes on quantum hardware and design and implement mitigation strategies.
• Validate, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Supervise group post-doctoral candidates and graduate students as required.
• Operating, optimizing and maintaining a dilution refrigerator for state-of-the-art superconducting quantum processor operation.

What is Required:

• Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in design of superconducting electronics and quantum processors.
• Experience in fabrication of superconducting electronics and quantum processors..
• Experience independently planning and completing projects.
• Design of and experience in state-of-the-art experiments with superconducting quantum processors.
• Experience operating, optimizing and maintaining a dilution refrigerator for state-of-the-art superconducting quantum processor operation.
• Relevant publication record and demonstration of proficient written and verbal presentation of scientific results.
• Knowledge of quantum information science related to one or more of the responsibilities/research areas listed above.
• Ability to work effectively in a team that includes engineers, scientific staff, technicians, and students.
• Ability to direct the work of technical support staff or students.
• Ability to prepare periodic updates (written and oral) for internal and external reviews or reports.
• Experience using Python based programming tools.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 3 year, term appointment that may be renewed to a maximum of five years.
• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
• The full salary range of this position is between $91,484 to $219,562 per year and is expected to pay between a targeted range of $121,983 to $170,766 per year depending upon candidates' full skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.
• This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work may be performed on-site, hybrid, full-time telework. The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States.

Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. In support of our rich global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.

Berkeley Lab is a University of California employer. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Employment type

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  Education, Research, and Science

• Industries

  Higher Education, Education, and Research Services

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