Senior Quantum Physicist: Semiconductor Quantum Devices

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Excellent health coverage

Retirement planning

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance support

Relocation assistance

Upington facility

Culture of scientific excellence

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to lead pioneering research into quantum phenomena in semiconductor materials. The role is based at our Upington, Northern Cape facility and involves cutting-edge theoretical and experimental work.

You will publish in top journals, mentor researchers, and contribute to grant proposals while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance microelectronics research. A PhD and extensive post-doctoral experience are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics with specialization in quantum, condensed matter, or solid-state physics.
• Minimum 7 years of post-doctoral research in quantum or semiconductor physics.
• Proven publication record in leading physics or materials journals.
• Experience with quantum simulation software or advanced experimental techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead collaborations.
• Experience with cleanroom fabrication is a plus.
• Familiarity with semiconductor device characterization methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct theoretical and experimental research on quantum effects in advanced semiconductor materials.
• Develop and refine models describing quantum phenomena in device architectures.
• Design, fabricate, and characterize prototype semiconductor devices using quantum principles.
• Utilize low-temperature transport measurements and spectroscopy.
• Analyze complex experimental data with computational methods and statistics.
• Collaborate with materials scientists, engineers, and physicists to meet objectives.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to grant proposals and funding applications.
• Ensure safe laboratory practices and maintain equipment.

Skills

Quantum physics

Post-doctoral research

Publications

Quantum simulation software

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Independent work / leadership

Cleanroom fabrication

Semiconductor device characterization

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Physics (quantum/condensed matter)

Tools

Quantum simulation software

Low-temperature measurement equipment

Spectroscopy equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to lead pioneering research into quantum phenomena in semiconductor materials. The role is based at our Upington, Northern Cape facility and involves cutting-edge theoretical and experimental work.

You will publish in top journals, mentor researchers, and contribute to grant proposals while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance microelectronics research. A PhD and extensive post-doctoral experience are required.