Ion Transport Physicist - 893

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks an Ion Transport Physicist for its Broomfield, CO or Brooklyn Park, MN locations to advance ion transport in surface traps for quantum computing. You will run simulations, model transport methods, and contribute to ion trap fabrication and control systems projects while collaborating with experimental teams.

This role requires a PhD and at least 5 years’ relevant experience, including numerical simulation and Python tooling.

Qualifications

• PhD completed prior to starting.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving ion transport, quantum computing, experimental control system development, quantum information, atomic physics, electronics design, ion trap design, or ion trap fabrication.
• Experience with numerical simulation of physical systems using Python or other related software tools.
• U.S. Person status (citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, asylum/refugee status).
• National security restrictions: must not be PRC or Russian national unless US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop cutting-edge ion transport methods through numerical simulation and modeling.
• Create and maintain software tools to enable key features of ion transport waveform design.
• Provide technical input into ion trap top-metal geometry to support novel ion transport methods.
• Review scientific results from development efforts to identify areas for further investigation.
• Perform trade studies and technical analyses.
• Present scientific results at conferences and in peer‑reviewed publications.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to support execution of broader company objectives.

Skills

Ion transport

Quantum computing

Experimental control systems

Numerical modeling

Education

PhD

Tools

Python

Job description

We are seeking a highly qualified Ion Transport Physicist for our Broomfield, CO or Brooklyn Park, MN location to apply their expertise to cutting-edge R&D efforts in the field of quantum computing. The ideal candidate will have experience addressing technical challenges related to ion transport in surface ion traps. In this role, you will perform numerical simulations and modeling of advanced ion transport methods, provide technical input to ion trap fabrication efforts, related electronic control system development projects, and collaborate with teams performing experimental characterization and validation of ion transport concepts in the laboratory.

Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely up to 2 days per week, with approvals.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop cutting-edge ion transport methods through numerical simulation and modeling.
• Create and maintain software tools to enable key features of ion transport waveform design.
• Provide technical input into ion trap top-metal geometry to support novel ion transport methods.
• Review scientific results from development efforts to identify areas for further investigation.
• Perform trade studies and technical analyses.
• Present scientific results at conferences and in peer‑reviewed publications.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to support execution of broader company objectives.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• PhD completed prior to starting.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: ion transport, quantum computing, experimental control system development, quantum information, atomic physics, electronics design, ion trap design, or ion trap fabrication.
• Experience with numerical simulation of physical systems using Python or other related software tools.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• 8+ years of experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with numerical simulation of electrostatic systems.
• Experience with ion transport in surface ion traps.
• Experience with neutral atom transport.
• Experience with electronic signal generation, filtering, and/or signal processing.
• Experience with trapping of ions or neutral atoms.
• Experience with surface ion trap fabrication methods.
• Experience with software management and collaboration tools and techniques.
• Experience organizing and maintaining software projects or packages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record in their field of research.

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $148,000 – $185,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.