Postdoctoral Quantum Information Scientist (Ion Trap)

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

On-site with telecommuting options

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance quantum information and sensing using trapped ion qubits. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to test, develop, and optimize chip-based ion traps fabricated in-house at our MESA facility.

The role emphasizes experimental design, data analysis, and rigorous documentation, with an expectation to publish results and contribute to the department's innovation goals.

Qualifications

• PhD conferred within 5 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and development in quantum information science using trapped ion qubits.
• Test and develop custom surface ion trap chips for in-house fabrication at MESA.
• Design and implement systems for delicate quantum experiments with maximum stability and flexibility.
• Use AI tools to increase productivity.
• On-site work is required; relocation assistance is provided for qualifying candidates.

Skills

Quantum information experiments

Ion trapping

Surface ion traps

Programming for experiments

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in physics or engineering

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance quantum information and sensing using trapped ion qubits. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to test, develop, and optimize chip-based ion traps fabricated in-house at our MESA facility.

The role emphasizes experimental design, data analysis, and rigorous documentation, with an expectation to publish results and contribute to the department's innovation goals.