Remote Experimental Quantum Physicist

Summary

Join a team of innovators at Universal Quantum to create impactful quantum computers. We're seeking an experimental quantum physicist with experience in calibrating, characterizing, and operating experiments for quantum technologies.

Requirements

• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions
• Experience operating and calibrating optical, RF and microwave control hardware
• Working knowledge of precision-timed control systems and signal processing
• Experience implementing quantum gates, quantum algorithms and/or quantum simulations
• Experience implementing a variety of quantum control protocols on hardware
• Ability to perform simulations and modelling to inform experiments
• PhD and ideally postdoc experience
• 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving calibrating, characterising, and operating experiments for quantum technologies
• 5+ 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 and negotiating with customers and partners

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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, Physicists and Quantum Engineers
• Assist in developing new concepts and develop new technologies for future products

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of surface ion traps
• Knowledge of Ytterbium ion qubits
• Proficient in Python

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity options
• Unlimited holiday allowance
• Flexible and remote working options
• 10% matching pension
• Generous parental support policy
• Private health/dental insurance
• Relocation support