Experimental Physicist - CO

Key Responsibilities

• Apply previous experience in experimental laboratory research 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.
• Perform design trade studies and analysis.
• Present scientific results at conferences or in publications.

Requirements

• PhD completed prior to starting
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum information, qubits, atomic physics, precision spectroscopy, optics, vacuum systems, electronics, cryogenics, or laser

Qualifications

• U.S. Person due to contractual requirements
• No People's Republic of China or Russian nationals allowed unless also U.S. citizens

Skills

• 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 within their field of research
• Experience in post-doctoral research positions or other mentorship positions
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills

Benefits

• A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
• Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts