Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 17 hours ago
Post Doctorate Research Associate- Quantum Computing
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry Level
$69K/yr - $119K/yrPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on scientific research and innovation. They are seeking a Post Doctorate Research Associate in Quantum Computing to conduct impactful research in collaboration with leading experts, with responsibilities including mentoring interns and publishing research findings.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct innovative research to advance the state of the art in one or more target areas, working in close collaboration with staff
Mentor and collaborate with interns at PNNL, providing both scientific guidance and academic
Publish research findings in leading computer architecture and physics venues such as !SCA, ASPLOS, MICRO, HPCA, PRX Quantum, Quantum, and npj Quantum Information
Present research progress and results during weekly team meetings and other technical
Collaborate with interns, postdocs, and staff scientists to help expand and strengthen PNNL's quantum ecosystem and research
The assignment duration is for two years
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university
Preferred
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
Background in quantum error correction, detection, mitigation, algorithms, and circuit optimization
Experience with near-term quantum hardware (e.g., IBM, IonQ, Quantinuum, Rigetti, IQM)
Familiarity with machine learning applications in quantum computing and simulation
Knowledge of emerging quantum technologies such as neutral atom systems or erasure qubits
Experience with benchmarking, verification, and resource estimation for NISQ and FTQC platforms
Proficiency in Python and quantum software frameworks (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
Strong publication record and ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Robust telehealth care options
Several mental health benefits
Free wellness coaching
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Basic life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Tuition assistance
Relocation
Backup childcare
Legal benefits
Supplemental parental bonding leave
Surrogacy and adoption assistance
Fertility support
Company-funded pension plan
401 (k) savings plan with company match
Up to 120 vacation hours per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Company
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory operates as a government research laboratory.
Founded in 1965
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-07-14Grant
2018-07-16Grant
Leadership Team
Allison Campbell
Associate Laboratory Director for Earth and Biological Sciences
Deborah Gracio
Laboratory Director
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