Entry-Level Scientist (Q-NEXT)

Position Overview

Specific Responsibilities

Qualifications

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Pay

Schedule

• Assist in superconducting fabrication for high-yield quantum devices
• Contribute to process development for fabrication of quantum devices
• Support metrology and detailed analysis of fabrication data
• Participate in cryogenic testing of superconducting devices with dilution refrigerator and microwave electronics
• Contribute to training and developing fabrication teams for higher throughput operation
• Provide hands-on customization and troubleshooting of fabrication tools
• Support the publication of scientific papers and presentations of findings at conferences
• Collaborate with outside scientists and engineers to develop fabrication and testing plans

The ideal candidates have a strong desire to solve long-standing superconducting fabrication challenges by creating new techniques and standards. They treat fabrication as an experimental process and the cleanroom as a high-tech laboratory.

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

• A BS, MS, or equivalent in physics, applied physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or related fields with relevant experience in superconducting device fabrication
• Fundamental knowledge and practical experience with clean room tools, vacuum system hardware, and supporting systems
• Basic experience with cryogenic systems and superconducting device characterization testing for fabrication process development
• Familiarity with process development and optimization, metrology, and device characterization methods
• Experience with quantum bits, parametric amplifiers, resonators, kinetic inductance detectors, transition edge sensors, SQUIDs, or similar devices is a plus
• Effective communication and writing skills for preparing and presenting technical and scientific documentation
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work full time.

Work Standards: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Classification Title: Entry-Level Scientist
Grade: I
Job Code: 1091
Duration: Fixed Term

The expected pay range for this position is $90,000 to $143,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.