Advanced Quantum Testbed Project Scientist

Berkeley Lab’s Applied Math and Computational Research Division (AMCR) has an opening in the QuIST (Quantum Information Science and Technology) Group for Project Scientists in support of The Advanced Quantum Testbed (AQT) project as well as future Quantum Information Science and Technology efforts.

The AQT program is focused on constructing, enhancing, operating, and maintaining an open, fully accessible gate-based quantum computer. Our technology platform is based on superconducting quantum circuit processors, and we aim to generate the detailed experimental findings needed to resolve foundational questions in quantum information science, and to guide near-term hardware and algorithm co-design.

We value and strive for diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

What You Will Do:

• 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.
• 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.

What is Required:

• Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in design of superconducting electronics and quantum processors.
• Experience in fabrication of superconducting electronics and quantum processors.
• Some experience with non-transmon superconducting qubits or qudits.
• Experience independently planning and completing projects.
• Design of and experience in state-of-the-art experiments with superconducting quantum processors.
• Experience operating, optimizing and maintaining a dilution refrigerator for state-of-the-art superconducting quantum processor operation.
• 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.

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Notes:

• This is a full time, 2 year, term appointment that may be renewed to a maximum of five years.
• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
• This full salary range of this position is between $89,340 to $214,416 per month and is expected to pay between a targeted range of $119,124 to $166,764 per month depending upon candidates' full skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at University of California, Berkeley.

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