Georgia Tech Research Institute · 1 day ago
Applied Physicist (Quantum Systems) (Level 1,2,3,4,5,6)- GTRI - CIPHER - Open Rank
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
0+ years expThe Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology. They are seeking an applied physicist to leverage knowledge in physics, chemistry, and mathematics to contribute to the research and development of innovative systems and devices, particularly in the field of quantum systems.
AssociationBiotechnologyInformation TechnologyNon Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform basic tests, experiments, calculations, and/or simulations to determine physical parameters/properties and behaviors of materials and systems and conduct basic data analysis on the results of measurements and/or simulations
Perform literature surveys on research topics -Generate documentation of experiments and results
Lead proposal writing and other business development activities to win funding for new research thrusts
Manage the technical and financial execution of research programs
Contribute to existing projects in applied quantum technologies
Author technical reports and publications
Present research to sponsors and peers
Keep up-to-date in relevant published literature on applied quantum technologies
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated expertise, e.g. through peer-reviewed publications, in quantum science research
0 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Computer Science, Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens
Preferred
Active TS/SCI Clearance
An ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Active security clearance
Technical experience with any of the following:
AMO physics techniques including ion trapping, laser cooling, atomic spectroscopy
vapor cell sensors and clocks
solid state color centers (e.g. NV-centers in diamond)
single photon sources (e.g. quantum dot or four-wave-mixing) and detectors (e.g. SNSPDs)
theoretical quantum optics and/or design for quantum optics experiments
creation and analysis of entangled photon states (e.g. Bell pairs, GHZ states)
integrated photonics design
photonic quantum computing
design and demonstration of practical or fielded quantum devices
scientific programming
micro/nano-fabrication tools and techniques
Benefits
Health & Welfare
Retirement Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Time Off
Professional Development
Company
Georgia Tech Research Institute
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research organization of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.28MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAlfred P. Sloan Foundation
2024-03-13Grant· $2.4M
2024-02-26Grant
2023-10-10Grant· $1.2M
Leadership Team
Peter Tuuk
Deputy Chief Technology Officer
Bill Dracos
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
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