Argonne – postdoctoral appointee – experimental X-ray and materials science

Argonne’s Materials Science Division seeks applicants for a postdoctoral appointee in experimental X-ray and materials science. Although exceptional candidates in these fields will be considered, particular emphasis will be placed on crystal growth of wide bandgap materials by chemical vapor deposition and in-situ x-ray measurements at synchrotron sources. The scalable design, synthesis and control of materials capable of hosting quantum states, such as silicon carbide and diamond, play an integral role in solid-state platforms for quantum information science, but many open questions remain regarding how to control the morphology and crystallinity of these host materials for exemplary performance as hosts for optically addressable spin defect centers. This project aims to explore the use in-situ X-ray diffraction techniques available at the newly upgraded Advanced Photon Source synchrotron at Argonne as a means to gain new insights into such questions, with an emphasis on exploiting x-ray wavefront coherence at short wavelengths. Learn more and apply.

AWS – full-stack software engineer, Control & Calibration, Center for Quantum Computing

The candidate will work closely with AWS’ experimental and theoretical physics teams to enable their work characterizing, calibrating and operating novel quantum devices. The ideal candidate will be able to translate high-level science requirements into software implementations (e.g. Python APIs/frameworks, React components, database schemas) that are performant, scalable and intuitive. Learn more and apply.

AWS – senior technical program manager, Center for Quantum Computing

AWS seeks a senior technical program manager to their team. The candidate will pair with technical leads to plan and execute a continuous stream of small exploratory projects that support our technology roadmap for quantum hardware. The projects span a broad range of topics, including the development and implementation of new qubits and architectures. These projects will be in the early research and development phase, with some involving first deployment of critical technologies to scale quantum processors. Learn more and apply.

AWS – senior security engineer, Center for Quantum Computing

As a security expert, the senior security engineer will own the completion of a threat model and security plan for AWS’ research spaces and will lead an array of projects and security initiatives/activities designed to protect fellow Amazonians, R&D facilities and critical cloud infrastructure from all categories of threats. The candidate will define, document and educate policies/workflows for AWS labs, which span academic, corporate and industrial spaces. Learn more and apply.

AWS – front end engineer, Center for Quantum Computing

AWS is hiring a front end engineer to design and develop intuitive web applications to support AWS scientists’ data management and visualization complex workflows. The candidate will collaborate closely with others to ensure their front-end solutions meet the unique needs of quantum computing research and development. Learn more and apply.

HRL Laboratories – quantum physicist

This candidate will be a main contributor toward the development of cryogenic hardware supporting spin qubit devices and testing relevant environmental control requirements. Requirements include a detailed knowledge of modern experimental cryogenic physics techniques, including troubleshooting associated mechanical hardware, analog electronics and noise analysis, familiarity with thermal modeling software, scientific programming for data analysis and hardware interfacing (specific language is not critical), and experience in scientific communication through technical presentations and journal publications. Learn more and apply.

HRL Laboratories – qubit characterization theorist

A theoretical/computational scientist will assist the HRL team in evaluating the performance and quantum-control possibilities for spin qubits, entangled photons and/or other quantum systems, with an emphasis on computational methods. The candidate must exhibit abilities to read and to produce robust source code and associated mathematical analysis for numerical evaluation of methods to characterize qubits or photonic systems, to interact with experimental practitioners, and to provide critical input to developing methods for building and characterizing complex quantum experiments. Learn more and apply.

HRL Laboratories – quantum device yield engineer

HRL seeks a candidate to join an effort developing semiconductor, spin quantum bit devices and mature the project by improving device yield. Essential duties include relating electrical data taken at various temperature stages of testing, including quantum coherent spin qubit characterization, fabrication processes and semiconductor device design, investigating device failures through materials characterization techniques, and organizing, updating, and summarizing results. Learn more and apply.

Infleqtion – quantum physicist

Infleqtion is seeking self-motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem-solving and technical skills to help drive their quantum computing mission forward. Infleqtion encourages applications from experimental physicists with expertise in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics, particularly those with experience in the coherent control of quantum systems such as ultracold atoms, trapped ions and diamond NV centers. Opportunities in both our Madison, Wisconsin, and Boulder, Colorado, locations. Learn more and apply for the Madison position or the Boulder position.

Infleqtion – senior embedded software engineer

Infleqtion is seeking self-motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem-solving and technical skills to help drive their quantum computing mission forward. Infleqtion encourages applications from engineers with expertise in real-time embedded software applications, particularly those with experience in precision, high-performance control systems. Opportunities in both our Madison, Wisconsin, and Boulder, Colorado, locations. Learn more and apply.

Northwestern University – postdoctoral researchers, complex systems and networks

The Center for Network Dynamics at Northwestern University seeks postdoctoral researchers interested in complex systems and networks. It welcomes applications from individuals with expertise in various aspects of network theory, including temporal, multilayer and higher-order interactions. They also seek applicants with interest in network modeling of biological, physical and engineering systems. Specific topics of interest include AI/ML in network science, network inference, control of network systems, cascading failures, synchronization phenomena, biophysical networks, quantum networks, power grids and energy systems, coupled laser systems, metamaterial networks, and microfluidic networks. Learn more and apply.

Quantum Opus – undergraduate and graduate student interns

Interns are desired to improve the company’s low-loss, high-speed photon detectors, superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors, and custom engineering solutions for nanowire response, mid-infrared photon counting, custom cryogenic systems, and integration with waveguides and photonic chips. These technologies will enable next-generation experiments in quantum optics, optical quantum computation, single-photon communication, low-flux biophotonics, and remote sensing. Applicants: Send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are interested in working with Quantum Opus, your areas of interest, and your unique expertise. At this time, only U.S. citizens will be considered for positions.

SLAC / Stanford University – postdoctoral research associate in quantum information science

The SLAC Fundamental Physics Directorate has an opening for a postdoctoral Research Associate position in quantum information science to conduct research on the effects of radiation on spin and superconducting qubits. This research will involve experimental measurements and close collaboration with modelers to develop a greater understanding of how radiation propagates through the nanoscale devices used for quantum information science, which is important for both quantum computing and dark matter sensing applications. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or a related field prior to starting the appointment, no later than summer/fall 2025. Learn more and apply.

SLAC – postdoctoral research associate in superconducting materials synthesis and X-ray characterization for quantum devices

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to investigate materials for superconducting quantum devices. Working closely with faculty at Stanford University, SLAC uses a range of deposition techniques (e.g. molecular beam epitaxy, magnetron sputtering, double-angle evaporation) to synthesize superconductor/insulator/superconductor trilayers for Josephson tunnel junctions, an integral part of circuits used for quantum information processing. The postdoc will participate in thin-film synthesis activities and drive subsequent studies of those films using X-ray beamlines at the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL). X-ray techniques include reflectivity (XRR), grazing incidence diffraction (GIXRD) and grazing-incidence absorption spectroscopy (GIXAS), among others. The postdoc will coordinate research activities with the broader collaboration, including those performing materials simulations, device fabrication and cryogenic measurements. The overarching goal of the project is to connect materials properties to quantum device performance, linking signatures of structural or chemical defects to device metrics such as coherence time or quality factor. Learn more and apply.

University of California, Berkeley – executive director for Berkeley Quantum

The successful candidate will serve as both the executive director of the Challenge Institute for Quantum Computing (CIQC), an NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute, and the executive director of Berkeley’s quantum information science (QIS) initiative, working closely with campus leadership, notably the dean of mathematical and physical sciences. The university seeks job candidates with a doctorate who have experience in scientific leadership and/or program management and a passion for the range of activities and impacts of a university. The successful candidate will coordinate novel educational programs in QIS across various schools and departments; partner with academic units to design and develop and review their curriculum on QIS; and play a direct role in updating, revising, and influencing the curriculum. The role includes oversight and management of a dedicated interaction space for quantum-related meetings and collaborative activities, coordination of novel educational programs in quantum information across various schools and departments, and leadership of outreach activities to industry and the state and federal governments. Learn more and apply.

University of Chicago – quantum science and engineering faculty (experimental)

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering invites applications at the ranks of assistant professor, associate professor and professor. Before the start of employment, qualified applicants must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent in a field related to experimental quantum science and engineering or a related discipline. They must also have a strong record of independent research in experimental quantum science and engineering. Areas of interest include but are not limited to quantum computing (all platforms), quantum sensing, quantum communication, quantum simulation, quantum materials, and quantum optics. Learn more and apply.

University of Chicago – Quantum Postdoctoral Fellowship

The University of Chicago invites applications for the 2025 cycle of the prize Quantum Postdoctoral Fellowship. The goal of the fellowship is to identify outstanding early-career scientists engaging in experimental and/or theoretical quantum science and engage them in the quantum research program at the university. This three-year award carries a competitive salary and an allocation of $3,000 per year for travel expenses. Candidates must have or plan to receive a doctoral degree by fall 2025. The position is open only to those who are less than seven years beyond attainment of the Ph.D. degree. There are no teaching responsibilities with this position. Learn more and apply.

University of Chicago – postdoctoral researcher – Gagliardi Group

The Gagliardi Group at the University of Chicago is hiring one or two postdoctoral associates who will be working in collaboration with Mario Motta at IBM on localized quantum chemistry algorithms for quantum computers. The focus will be on the localized active space self-consistent field (LASSCF) method, which models strong, localized electron correlation within specific fragments while treating interfragment correlation using a mean-field approach. LASSCF will be integrated with use sample-based quantum diagonalization (SQD), recently developed by IBM and collaborators. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in electronic structure theory, algorithmic development and quantum computing. To apply, send your applications to Professor Laura Gagliardi at the University of Chicago, [email protected].

University of Chicago – postdoctoral researcher – Galli Group

Several positions are available in the group of Giulia Galli at the University of Chicago for postdoctoral scholars focusing on the study of materials for quantum technologies and on the development of quantum simulations methods. The projects will be under the direction of Galli and conducted in collaboration with several scientists at the University of Chicago and at Argonne National Laboratory within the Midwest Integrated Center for Computational Materials. Candidates with a background in condensed matter physics, chemistry or materials science and electronic structure are invited to apply. Learn more about the positions. Contact Giulia Galli for more information.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park – director of strategic transformation

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) is a first-of-its-kind park for quantum scale-up and related quantum and advanced microelectronics research and development. This site will: 1) build on a track record of historic investment by the state in quantum information science and technology and 2) further establish Illinois as a global hub for quantum. The director will drive the strategic planning process and ensure that initiatives are aligned with the IQMP vision and will serve as the chief project officer. In all responsibilities will lead efforts to continuously improve operational efficiency, identifying opportunity for innovation and implementing best practices across all work streams. Learn more and apply.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – IQUIST postdoctoral scholar

The Illinois Quantum Information Science and Technology Center (IQUIST) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for postdoctoral scholar positions in quantum science. Full consideration is given for applications received by Dec. 15 of the current program year. IQUIST research addresses experimental and theoretical research topics including quantum information science, quantum many-body physics in condensed matter and atomic systems, applications of quantum information to high-energy physics, topological states of matter, quantum optics and light-matter interactions at the quantum level, quantum cavity-optomechanics, quantum chemistry, and quantum metrology. Learn more and apply.

University of Wisconsin–Madison – postdoctoral scholar – low-temperature UHV AFM/STM to probe multiterminal quantum devices and 2D materials

The Brar group at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has an opening for a postdoc with expertise in low-temperature scanned probe experiments. The postdoc will be responsible for conducting experiments aimed at probing correlated phases in 2D materials under transport conditions and experiments that use superconducting circuitry to create low-noise scanned Josephson Junctions within a cryogenic STM. Candidates should submit a cover letter, an academic curriculum vitae, including publication list, a 1-page statement of research motivation and interests, and names of three referees. Applications will be reviewed in the order received. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries may be sent to Professor Victor W. Brar at [email protected]. Learn more.

University of Wisconsin–Madison – postdoctoral position for quantum computing experiments in semiconductor quantum dot qubits
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in physics and experience with experimental methods in solid-state quantum physics. These could include experience with cleanroom fabrication, high-frequency electronics and cryogenics. In addition, the individual should be self-motivating and provide a positive and collaborative attitude in a lab atmosphere. Applicants should send a CV and cover letter to Mark Eriksson at [email protected].

University of Wisconsin–Madison – postdoctoral position in experimental quantum error correction with neutral atoms
The Saffman Lab at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has an immediate postdoctoral position available for experimental studies of quantum error correction with neutral atom qubit arrays. Learn more and apply by emailing Mark Saffman at [email protected].

University of Wisconsin–Madison – postdoctoral positions in nanophotonics, topological photonics, low-temperature molecular spectroscopy, chemical vapor deposition for photonics, and single-molecule biophysics
The Goldsmith lab at UW–Madison has openings for multiple postdoctoral researchers at the interface of nanophotonics and spectroscopy: photonics-enhanced spectroscopy, molecular quantum optics, and single-molecule spectroscopy. For researchers who are particularly enamored of optics table-type experimental science, we are also looking for a more long-term research scientist. More details can be found on the Goldsmith Group webpage. Interested individuals should contact Randall Goldsmith at [email protected].