Applied Physicist, Quantum Systems & Sensing

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) in Atlanta seeks an applied physicist for the Quantum Systems Division to contribute to research on quantum science, photonics, and related sensing technologies. The role emphasizes independent and collaborative work across multiple disciplines within a university-based lab environment.

The ideal candidate will have exposure to AMO physics techniques, quantum device concepts, and strong communication skills to interact with sponsors and peers. U.S.

Qualifications

• Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered.
• Demonstrated expertise, e.g. through peer-reviewed publications, in quantum science research.

Responsibilities

• Perform more complex tests, experiments, calculations, and/or simulations to determine physical parameters/properties and behaviors of materials and systems and conduct more complex data analysis on the results of measurements and/or simulations.
• Lead design of experiments for simple experiments
• Generate documentation of experiments and results
• Contribute to white papers and proposals
• Contribute to technical reports/presentations of project results
• Lead proposal writing and other business development activities to win funding for new research thrusts
• Manage the technical and financial execution of research programs
• Contribute to existing projects in applied quantum technologies
• Author technical reports and publications
• Present research to sponsors and peers
• Keep up-to-date in relevant published literature on applied quantum technologies

Skills

Effective communication of technical概念

Active TS SCI

Active security clearance

AMO physics techniques

ion trapping and laser cooling

atomic spectroscopy

vapor cell sensors and clocks

solid state color centers

single photon sources and detectors

theoretical quantum optics

design of quantum devices

integrated photonics design

photonic quantum computing

scientific programming

micro/nano-fabrication tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Computer Science, Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) in Atlanta seeks an applied physicist for the Quantum Systems Division to contribute to research on quantum science, photonics, and related sensing technologies. The role emphasizes independent and collaborative work across multiple disciplines within a university-based lab environment.

The ideal candidate will have exposure to AMO physics techniques, quantum device concepts, and strong communication skills to interact with sponsors and peers. U.S.