Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum Computing

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Computing to join a collaborative team of faculty and students at the Marietta campus. The role supports external partnerships with other universities and entities to advance research, capacity-building, and scholarly activity.

The appointment is regular, full-time but limited-term funding through September 30, 2026, with potential extension contingent on funding availability and performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate from an accredited institution, or obtainment within six months of hire.
• Advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses, and dissemination of findings.
• Develops new ideas for research proposals within the group.
• Creates an Individual Development Plan with a faculty mentor.
• Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in career development programs.
• Prepares project budgets and ensures funds are used appropriately.
• Maintains records and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• Establishes working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Engages in research and publication.

Skills

Proposal writing

Communication

Time management

Project management

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum Computing

Job ID: 301442

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities,rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary

Postdoctoral Researchers support teams of KSU faculty and students (undergraduate and graduate students), which engage with external collaborators from other universities, community members, government agencies, and/or private sector entities to stimulate innovation, capacity-building, and sustainability of research and scholarly activity at KSU.

This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding, which is currently only secured through September 30, 2026, with planned extension through September 30, 2027. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on continued availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• 1. Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses, submission of reports or of manuscripts to peer-reviewed publications, and/or attendance and presentation of research findings at appropriate venues of dissemination
• 2. Develops and contributes to new ideas for research proposals and directions within the research group
• 3. Develops an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with faculty mentor
• 4. Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in departmental and institutional career development programs, such as grant writing workshops
• 5. Prepares project budget and ensures funded project operates within budget guidelines
• 6. Maintains official records and documents, and ensures compliance with institutional policies, and federal, state and local regulations
• 7. Establishes working relationships and cooperative arrangements with internal and external partners
• 8. Engages in research and publication

Required Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. D.V.M, Sc.D., M.D., PharmD., etc.) from an accredited institution of higher education or obtainment of doctorate degree within six (6) months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary rangeis $51,600 to 71,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously to meet assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research on a team of faculty and students with the ability to meet deliverables and milestones
• Demonstrated creative and proactive approach towards problem solving
• Knowledge of and experience in general analytical methods development and good analytical practices
• Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field

SKILLS

• Outstanding proposal and paper writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf