Ion Transport Physicist - 893

Key Responsibilities

• Develop cutting-edge ion transport methods through numerical simulation and modeling.
• Create and maintain software tools to enable key features of ion transport waveform design.
• Provide technical input into ion trap top-metal geometry to support novel ion transport methods.
• Review scientific results from development efforts to identify areas for further investigation.
• Perform trade studies and technical analyses.
• Present scientific results at conferences and in peer-reviewed publications.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to support execution of broader company objectives.

Requirements

• PhD completed prior to starting. Minimum of 5 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: ion transport, quantum computing, experimental control system development, quantum information, atomic physics, electronics design, ion trap design, or ion trap fabrication.
• Experience with numerical simulation of physical systems using Python or other related software tools.

Qualifications

• YOU MUST HAVE:
• Experience with numerical simulation of electrostatic systems.
• Experience with ion transport in surface ion traps.
• Experience with neutral atom transport.
• Experience with electronic signal generation, filtering, and/or signal processing.
• Experience with trapping of ions or neutral atoms.
• Experience with surface ion trap fabrication methods.
• Experience with software management and collaboration tools and techniques.
• Experience organizing and maintaining software projects or packages.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record in their field of research.

Benefits

• Compensation & Benefits: The pay range for this role is $148,000 - $185,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.