Atom-Scale Quantum Physicist: STM Fabrication & Low-Temp Lab

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST); Gaithersburg (MD); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 135 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks a physicist to develop and apply scanning tunneling methods to fabricate atom-scale solid-state quantum devices and to conduct low-temperature measurements. The successful candidate will optimize protocols and device performance for quantum computing and simulation.

The role involves researching, interpreting literature, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to advance quantum information science goals, using specialized

Qualifications

• Degree in physics or related field with at least 24 physics hours.
• One year of specialized experience in STM metrology or low-temperature measurements (GS-9 equivalent) or Master's degree or equivalent.
• Combination of graduate education and specialized experience acceptable.

Responsabilités

• Develop and apply scanning tunneling microscopy methods to fabricate atom-scale quantum devices.
• Conduct low-temperature electrical and physical measurements to evaluate device performance.
• Plan and execute complex experiments with limited supervision in a multidisciplinary team.

Connaissances

STM metrology

Low-temperature measurements

Quantum information

Formation

Physics degree

Outils

Cryogenic equipment

Description du poste

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks a physicist to develop and apply scanning tunneling methods to fabricate atom-scale solid-state quantum devices and to conduct low-temperature measurements. The successful candidate will optimize protocols and device performance for quantum computing and simulation.

The role involves researching, interpreting literature, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to advance quantum information science goals, using specialized