Remote Senior Quantum Physicist: Theoretical & Experiments

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning assistance

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to join a pioneering research division. The role is fully remote, enabling contributions from anywhere in the world while collaborating with a world-class team.

The candidate will push quantum mechanics boundaries, develop theoretical models, and publish findings in top journals. The position requires a PhD and substantial post-doctoral experience, with strong programming skills (Python/MATLAB) and a track record of independent and collaborative

Qualifications

• 7+ years of post-doctoral research in quantum physics or related areas.
• Proven publication record in high-impact journals.
• Experience with Python or MATLAB for computational physics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine advanced theoretical models in quantum mechanics, quantum field theory, and condensed matter physics.
• Design and propose quantum experiments to test theoretical predictions, working with experimental teams.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and provide actionable insights for future research directions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Author high-impact research papers for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at international conferences and scientific symposiums.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the department's intellectual growth.
• Stay abreast of latest developments in quantum science and related fields.

Skills

Quantum physics

Quantum computing

Quantum information

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to join a pioneering research division. The role is fully remote, enabling contributions from anywhere in the world while collaborating with a world-class team.

The candidate will push quantum mechanics boundaries, develop theoretical models, and publish findings in top journals. The position requires a PhD and substantial post-doctoral experience, with strong programming skills (Python/MATLAB) and a track record of independent and collaborative