Postdoctoral Appointee - Quantum Computing, Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance quantum information science using trapped ions and chip-based devices. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to test, develop, and operate quantum experiments with a focus on stability and reliability.

Onsite work is required, with relocation provided for qualifying candidates. Applicants should have a PhD in physics or engineering within the last five years and be eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or engineering conferred within 5 years of start date.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and development in quantum information science using trapped ion qubits.
• Test and develop custom surface ion trap chips manufactured in-house.
• Design and implement stable, flexible quantum experiments and document work.

Skills

Quantum information science

Ion trapping

Lasers

Cryogenics

Programming

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PhD in physics or engineering

Tools

Surface ion trap chips

Job description

Job ID: 699304

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

About Sandia

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like

Are you looking to solve problems of national interest with the resources of a National Lab?

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to be an exceptional quantum information scientist on our multi-disciplinary team.You will perform research and development in quantum information and quantum sensing using ions trapped with micro-fabricated/chip-based devices.You will work with a team to test cutting-edge quantum information ideas in a laboratory setting.You will design systems able to perform delicate quantum experiments with maximum stability and flexibility.

The Post-Doctoral Appointee Program is designed to recruit extraordinary Ph.D. applicants to assist a line organization meet its mission objectives and to provide a professional, technical work environment for you. On any given day you may be called on to:

• Perform research and development in a laboratory focused on quantum information science using trapped ion qubits.
• Work with a team to test and develop custom surface ion trap chips, which are manufactured in-house at our MESA facility.
• Design and implement systems able to perform delicate quantum experiments with maximum stability and flexibility.
• Perform work in a safe and compliant manner, seek out subject matter expert advice as needed, and maintain necessary documentation
• Use AI tools to increase productivity.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite. Relocation provided for those that qualify.

Qualifications We Require

• A PhD in physics or engineering or relevant STEM discipline conferred within 5 years of start date
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance

Qualifications We Desire

• Experimental experience with quantum information science, i.e. ion trapping, neutral atom trapping, superconductors, semiconductors, impurities, etc.
• Experimental experience with lasers, vacuum chamber construction, or cryogenics
• Skills programming for experimental control software and data analysis
• An established authorship and innovation record, such as peer-reviewed scholarly articles, patents, or technical books
• A track record of successful execution of research-and-development projects, including project planning, defining milestones, and delivering results on time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork skills for working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
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