Senior Quantum Research Scientist — Pioneering Lab Innovator

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Cutting-edge facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to join its R&D team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA. You will design, execute, and analyze advanced quantum experiments using state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate with world-class scientists.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in Quantum Physics, seven years of post‑doctoral experience in experimental quantum physics, and a strong publication record. Proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB for data analysis is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Quantum Physics, Theoretical Physics, or a closely related field.
• Post-doctoral research experience in experimental quantum physics.
• Proven track record of publishing high-impact research.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct advanced quantum physics experiments (entanglement, superposition, decoherence).
• Develop and implement theoretical models to interpret data.
• Operate and maintain cryogenic systems, lasers, high-vacuum equipment.
• Analyze large datasets using advanced statistics and computational tools.
• Present findings at conferences and in journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to team development.
• Identify new research directions and stay updated with field developments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Scientific writing

Presentation skills

Education

PhD in Quantum Physics or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quantum Physicist to join its R&D team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA. You will design, execute, and analyze advanced quantum experiments using state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate with world-class scientists.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in Quantum Physics, seven years of post‑doctoral experience in experimental quantum physics, and a strong publication record. Proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB for data analysis is required.