Senior/Principal Physics - Quantum Information Science and Technology, Onsite

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What Your Job Will Be Like:

We are seeking a Physics/Quantum Research Scientist with demonstrated publication record or relevant experience to join the Sandia Quantum Information Science (QIS) team and contribute to research areas that address meaningful problems and applications in the field of quantum computing: from devices and materials through mission-relevant applications. You will be part of a much broader QIS program in the DOE National Laboratories complex and will have an opportunity to engage with researchers and teams across the industry.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Develop algorithms and applications for quantum computers informed by near-term and long-term needs.
• Advance protocols and methods for characterizing and optimizing the performance of quantum processors.
• Develop novel control and composite gate approaches.
• Create algorithms, analyses, simulation tools, and programming methods.
• Collaborate with peers within Sandia and across the industry in Quantum Information Science (QIS).
• Gain broad experience in and lead Quantum Information Science (QIS) programs across the US Government enterprise.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

Salary Range:

$114,000 - $227,500

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

Qualifications We Require:

• PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, or relevant science or engineering field
• Experience in scientific computer programming
• Record of research as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals, competitive conference proceedings, or high-impact program deliverables
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Qualifications We Desire:

• Experience in Quantum Information Science-related research outside of Ph.D.
• Demonstrated experience working on interdisciplinary teams in QIS
• Three (3) or more years of related work experience at a tertiary institution or in an appropriate industry or government laboratory
• Experience or interest in various areas of QIS
• Proficiency in Python software development, code verification, and modern software quality practices
• Demonstrated experience developing or using artificial-intelligence methods
• Experience with developing and running complex science and engineering codes on massively parallel computing clusters, including GPU+CPU hybrid platforms
• Interest in impacting applications and customers in support of DOE missions

About Our Team:

The Multiscale Fabrication Science & Technology Development department conducts cutting edge experimental solid-state device research at the nanometer and atomic scales, as well as in the quantum mechanical regime, to develop technologies with novel capabilities and performance. Core capabilities of the department include solid-state device micro- and nano-fabrication, electrochemically deposited materials and electrochemistry, low temperature measurement, quantum coherent control and measurement, and quantum information science and technology. The department leverages strong relationships with the Microsystems Engineering, Science and Applications (MESA) facility, the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT), and the Center for Computing Research. The department leverages strong relationships with the Microsystems Engineering Sciences and Applications (MESA) facility, the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT), and the Computer Science Research Institute (CSRI).

Posting Duration:

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Security Clearance:

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs:

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

Job ID: 694971

Job Family: RD

Regular/Temporary Position: R

Full/Part-Time Status: F