Quantum Experimentalist Postdoctoral Fellow

Berkeley Lab; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Tuition assistance program

A culture where you'll belong

Winter holiday shutdown

Parental bonding leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s AMCR division seeks a Quantum Experimentalist Postdoctoral Fellow to advance mid-scale superconducting quantum processors within the AQT and QSA programs. You will design components, model circuits, and run state-of-the-art experiments with a focus on high fidelity and efficiency.

The role emphasizes scalable calibration, noise mitigation, data analysis, and firmware interfacing with FPGA electronics, alongside mentoring student researchers in a

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience planning and completing projects independently.
• Publication record and ability to present results clearly.
• Knowledge of quantum information science related to listed responsibilities.
• Ability to work with engineers, staff, technicians, and students.
• Ability to direct work of technical staff or students.
• Experience using Python-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and test novel superconducting device components for extensible quantum processors.
• Analytical and numerical modeling of microwave quantum circuits and signals.
• Design and conduct experiments using superconducting quantum processors for quantum information science.
• Develop scalable calibration methodologies for quantum operations.
• Troubleshoot noise processes on quantum hardware and implement mitigation strategies.
• Validate, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Firmware development and programming tools to interface with FPGA-based electronics.
• Quantum verification and validation.
• Mentorship of and collaboration with student researchers

Skills

Python programming

Independent project planning

Team collaboration

Publication record

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

Berkeley Lab's Applied Mathematics Computational Research Division (AMCR) has an immediate opening in the Quantum Information Science and Technology Group (QuIST) for a Quantum Experimentalist Postdoctoral Fellow under the programs of Advanced Quantum Testbed (AQT) and Quantum System Accelerator (QSA). This position will focus on design, calibration, and operation of mid-scale digital superconducting quantum processors. These processors will implement several novel capabilities geared toward efficiency and high fidelity. Ultimately, they will be used for cutting-edge demonstrations of quantum computing applications.

You Will

• Design and test novel superconducting device components compatible with extensible quantum processors
• Analytical and numerical modeling of microwave quantum circuits and signals
• Design and conduct state-of-the-art experiments using superconducting quantum processors for quantum information science.
• Develop scalable calibration methodologies for quantum operations
• Troubleshoot noise processes on quantum hardware and design and implement mitigation strategies.
• Validate, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Firmware development & programming tools to interface with FPGA-based electronics.
• Quantum verification and validation.
• Mentorship of and collaboration with student researchers

We Are Looking For

• Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience independently planning and completing projects.
• Relevant publication record and demonstration of proficient written and verbal presentation of scientific results.
• Knowledge of quantum information science related to one or more of the responsibilities/research areas listed above.
• Ability to work effectively in a team that includes engineers, scientific staff, technicians, and students.
• Ability to direct the work of technical support staff or students.
• Experience using Python based programming tools.

Desired Skills/knowledge

• Ability to prepare periodic updates (written and oral) for internal and external reviews or reports. This includes experience in evaluating scientific narrative, skill in technical writing, and using presentation preparation tools.
• Experience operating and maintaining a dilution refrigerator.

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Why join Berkeley Lab?

We invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count on:

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
• Opportunities to grow in your career - check out our Tuition Assistance Program
• A culture where you'll belong - we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
• Pet insurance

Additional Information

• Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
• Appointment type: This is a full-time, 3 year, postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 2 years of paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.
• Salary range: The salary range for this position is $6,924 - $8,026 and is expected to start at $6,924 or above. Postdoctoral positions are paid on a step schedule per union contract and salaries will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates. Each step represents one full year of completed post-Ph.D. postdoctoral experience.
• Background check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work modality: Work may be performed on-site, hybrid, The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here ).
• Union Represented: This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.