Experimental Physicist - CO

The role

You will design, build, test and run quantum computers that use trapped ions as qubits. You will work with scientists and engineers, collect data on system performance, and present results at conferences or in publications.

What you will do

• Apply experimental laboratory research experience to design, develop, verify and deploy quantum computers using trapped ions as qubits
• Work alongside teams of scientists and engineers to bring new concepts to life
• Work in a research lab to collect data on system performance and characterize device characteristics
• Perform design trade studies and analysis
• Present scientific results at conferences or in publications

Required qualifications

• PhD completed prior to starting
• Minimum 4+ years of experience (PhD inclusive) in one or more of: quantum information, qubits, atomic physics, precision spectroscopy, optics, vacuum systems, electronics, cryogenics, or laser
• Hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubits, quantum spin systems, or cold and trapped atomic systems
• Intimate knowledge of one or more advanced laboratory techniques for controlling quantum systems, such as precision laser spectroscopy, low noise DC and RF electronics, cryogenic UHV systems, or compu
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Must be a U.S. person: U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or granted asylum or refugee status

Nice to have

• Experience with design or operation of a device for quantum information processing
• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms
• Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments
• Experience programming experimental control systems for data collection, signal processing and data analysis
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in their field
• Experience in post-doctoral research or other mentorship positions
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and student loan repayment benefit
• Equity opportunities
• Generous paid time off, sick leave and 12 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discount programs

Before you apply

• U.S. person status is required because of contractual requirements
• Some positions may require U.S. government export authorization before a candidate who is not a U.S. person can access controlled technology
• Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no deadline

About the company

Quantinuum is a quantum computing company with a full stack platform for real-world deployment, serving pharmaceuticals, materials science, financial services, government and academic institutions. It has more than 800 employees and operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan and Singapore.