Experimental Quantum Physicist

At Universal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire an experimental quantum physicist with experience calibrating, characterising, and operating experiments for quantum technologies. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!

What You’ll Accomplish

• Apply previous experience in experimental quantum technologies to operate ion-trap quantum computing hardware.
• Develop quantum control protocols for ion shuttling and quantum gates.
• Perform calibration, optimisation, and characterisation procedures on quantum computing hardware.
• Perform data analysis on experimental results.
• Develop theoretical models and simulations to compare experimental measurements with predicted quantum dynamics.
• Work with a multidisciplinary and experienced team of Software Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Software Engineers, Physicists and Quantum Engineers.
• Assist in developing new concepts and develop new technologies for future products.

Requirements

The most critical attributes we’ll use to compare candidates

1. Experience operating, calibrating, and characterising experiments for quantum technologies.
2. Experience operating RF and microwave control hardware.
3. Working knowledge of precision-timed control systems and signal processing.
4. Experience implementing quantum gates, quantum algorithms and/or quantum simulations.
5. Experience implementing quantum control protocols on hardware.
6. Experience performing data analysis on experimental results.
7. Ability to perform simulations and modelling to inform experiments.

Must-have

• PhD or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving operating, calibrating, and characterising experiments for quantum technologies.
• 3+ years (degree-inclusive) experience trapping ions, characterising qubits, implementing quantum gates, randomized benchmarking, and/or running algorithms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in field of research.
• Strong organizational skills, and experience working with customers and partners.

Nice-to-have

• Postdoc experience.
• Experience working with ion trap quantum computing hardware.
• Proficient in Python.

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited holiday allowance, flexible working

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion
At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. As a proud signatory of the Tech Talent Charter (TTC), we have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. This includes pledging to collaborate and share best practices with others, to continuously develop plans to drive inclusion across our business, and to collect and share our diversity data annually. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.

Last updated on Mar 7, 2024