Berkeley Lab · 7 hours ago
Advanced Quantum Testbed Research Scientist
Bay Area, California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$155K/yr - $165K/yr
2+ years expBerkeley Lab’s Applied Math and Computational Research Division is seeking a Research Scientist for the QuIST Group to support the Advanced Quantum Testbed project. The role focuses on designing, fabricating, and optimizing superconducting electronic devices and conducting state-of-the-art experiments in quantum processors.
Research
Responsibilities
Design of superconducting electronic devices with emphasis on superconducting quantum processors with emphasis in qubit crosstalk mitigation and overall processor fidelity improvement
Fabrication of superconducting electronic devices with emphasis on superconducting quantum processors with
Device characterization and optimization
Design and conduct state-of-the-art experiments such as superconducting quantum processors
Troubleshoot noise processes on quantum hardware and design and implement mitigation strategies
Validate, analyze, and interpret experimental data
Supervise group post-doctoral candidates and graduate students as required
Operating, optimizing and maintaining a dilution refrigerator for state-of-the-art superconducting quantum processor operation
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in design of superconducting electronics and quantum processors
Experience in fabrication of superconducting electronics and quantum processors
Experience independently planning and completing projects
Experience operating, optimizing and maintaining a dilution refrigerator
Relevant publication record and demonstration of proficient written and verbal presentation of scientific results
Knowledge of quantum information science related to one or more of the responsibilities/research areas listed above
Ability to work effectively in a team that includes engineers, scientific staff, technicians, and students
Ability to direct the work of technical support staff or students
Ability to prepare periodic updates (written and oral) for internal and external reviews or reports
Experience using Python based programming tools
Benefits
Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
A culture where you’ll belong - we are invested in our teams!
In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
Company
Berkeley Lab
Berkeley Lab is a national laboratory that creates advanced new tools for scientific discovery.
1001-5000 employees
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