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Quantum Coherent Devices - Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral/Fellowship | livermore, CA | 03/14/2023
Job Code: PDS.1 Post-Dr Research Staff 1
Organization: Physical and Life Sciences
Position Type: Post Doctoral
Security Clearance: None (however, assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable
Company Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!
Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.
We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.
Pay
$108,840 Annually
Job Description
We have an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of quantum information and sensing. We are looking for candidates interested in exploring the materials challenges in ion traps and mitigating them through design. You will apply your expertise in atomic physics and laser optics to plan, build and conduct experiments. You will collaborate with advanced manufacturing experts to model and design novel 3D ion traps. In this position, you may also apply your expertise in quantum information to superconducting devices in the LLNL Quantum Device and Integration Testbed (QuDIT) facility. This position is in the Quantum Coherent Device Physics Group, Condensed Matter Section of the Physics Division.
In this role you will
- Design and build an experimental capability to trap ions and use it to characterize the performance of new ion trap designs for quantum computing and measure electric field noise in novel ion traps.
- Model and design 3D ion traps for fabrication with 3d printing.
- Present formal and informal overviews of research progress at weekly meetings.
- Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
- Publish research results in external peer-reviewed scientific journals and participate in international conferences.
- Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- PhD in Experimental Physics or a related field.
- Experience with experimental atomic physics techniques, such as laser spectroscopy of atoms or atom-like defects or laser cooling.
- Experience in laser optics and radio frequency systems, such as frequency stabilization, free space and fiber alignment, and imaging.
- Experience with electromagnetic modeling in Ansys High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS), Ansys Maxwell 3D, Comsol or similar.
- Significant experience with control software and data analysis in python or a similar programming language.
- Ability to work independently on technical tasks, influence technical objectives, to provide in depth analysis, and develop unique technical solutions.
- Initiative, interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisicipliary team environment with a diverse set of scientists, engineers and other technical and administrative staff.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment, prepare written reports and present and explain technical information.
- Ability to develop independent research projects as demonstrated through publication of peer-reviewed literature.
Qualifications We Desire
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Experience with Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) systems.
- Experience with FPGA development, analog electronics and/or quantum optimal control.
- Experience in Cryogenic systems, with particular emphasis on radio frequency measurements.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Position Information
This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.
Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance
None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
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