Quantum Research Scientist, Device Team, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Quantum Research Scientist to join a multi-disciplinary team at the forefront of quantum computing. This role involves building experiments that integrate various components, including design and fabrication, while leveraging your expertise in experimental measurement techniques. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or Master's degree along with extensive experience in quantitative research and data analysis. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will drive advancements in quantum processors and shape the future of technology. If you are passionate about scientific research and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's with 4+ years of quantitative field research experience.
• Experience analyzing experimental and observational data sets.

Responsibilities

• Build experiments encompassing design, fabrication, cryogenics, and control stack software.
• Provide recommendations to improve next-generation quantum processors.

Skills

Experimental measurement techniques

Problem solving

Communication skills

Engineering principles

Education

PhD

Master's degree

Tools

R

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Quantum Research Scientist, Device Team, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Job ID: 2918199 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Quantum Research Scientist. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. You should have a deep and broad knowledge of experimental measurement techniques.

Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions in experimental condensed matter physics will be preferred. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, resourcefulness and a bias for action, superior problem solving, and excellent communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. As a research scientist you will be expected to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation.

Key job responsibilities:
As a research scientist you will be responsible for building experiments that encompass the integrated stack: design, fabrication, cryogenics, signal chain, and control stack software. Based on your tests you will provide recommendations that improve our next-generation quantum processors.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience
- Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets
- Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with agile development
- Experience with experimental design
- A proven track record of published experimental results in superconducting circuits or condensed matter physics.

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