Lead Experimental Physicist - Quantum Ion Traps

Entangled Future; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO seeks a Lead Experimental Physicist to lead experimental work on trapped-ion quantum sensing, information, or computing systems within the Quantum Computing Hardware team. The role emphasizes leadership of scientists and engineers, experimental operation, and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in quantum research, a PhD, and experience with laser cooling/trapping, cryogenics, and high-vacuum systems.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in quantum physics related fields.
• U.S. Person required by contractual and security rules.
• Candidates must be eligible under U.S. government security rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work in a research lab, developing data on ion-based quantum hardware.
• Mentor other scientists and engineers.
• Review results, identify improvements, and drive new processes.
• Perform design trade studies and analyses.
• Present results internally, at conferences, and in publications.
• Develop project plans and budgets aligned with company strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific analysis

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Tools

Laser systems

Cryogenic systems

Ultra-high vacuum systems

Ion/neutral atom lasers

Optical cavities

Phase/Intensity feedback loops

Job description

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO seeks a Lead Experimental Physicist to lead experimental work on trapped-ion quantum sensing, information, or computing systems within the Quantum Computing Hardware team. The role emphasizes leadership of scientists and engineers, experimental operation, and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in quantum research, a PhD, and experience with laser cooling/trapping, cryogenics, and high-vacuum systems.