LLNL
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QuantumDeviceandCircuitPostdoctoralResearcher
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“Quantum Device and Circuit Postdoctoral Researcher at LLNL. Skills: Quantum devices, Superconducting circuits, Microwave engineering, Data acquisition. Design transport experiments. Conduct transport experiments”
What You'll Achieve.
Develop quantum devices; Develop quantum amplifiers; Develop superconducting RF cavities; Characterize performance; Publish research results; Present research results
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills
U. S. citizenship, On-site presence required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
U. S. DOE Q-level security clearance, PhD in physics or electrical engineering, Background in superconducting materials, Experience in coding with python, Experience in microwave engineering, Experience in cryogenic device design, Advanced analytical skills, Advanced organizational skills, Advanced written communication skills, Advanced verbal communication skills, Advanced interpersonal skills
Nice to Have
Experience developing python software, Familiar with network analyzers, Familiar with signal generators, Experience designing dilution refrigerators
What You'll Do.
Design transport experiments
Conduct transport experiments
Design microwave spectroscopy experiments
Conduct microwave spectroscopy experiments
Characterize microwave devices
Characterize superconducting circuits
Characterize superconducting thin films
Design superconducting quantum devices
Evaluate superconducting quantum devices
Design superconducting circuits
Evaluate superconducting circuits
Develop data acquisition tools
Integrate multiple instruments
Analyze experimental data
Determine device performance
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team
Integrate experimental findings
Develop written analyses
Present written analyses
Develop verbal briefings
Present verbal briefings
Prepare progress reports
Publish research results
Present results at conferences
Present results at seminars
Present results at technical meetings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interdisciplinary team; Multidisciplinary team; External partners
Communication Scope
Written analyses; Verbal briefings; Progress reports; Technical information
Full Job Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to participate in research developing quantum devices utilizing superconducting and quantum materials for applications in quantum computing and quantum sensing. The research will also include a cross-division appointment with the Nuclear & Chemical Sciences (NACS) Division for studying the implementation of such detectors for use in axion dark matter detection experiments. You will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team responsible for conducting and supporting research to develop and characterize the performance of quantum amplifiers utilizing topological materials. You will also conduct research contributing to the design and testing of superconducting RF cavities. The position is in the Nanoscale, Surface, and Interface Science Group within the Materials for Emerging Applications and Extreme Conditions section of the Materials Science Division in the Physical and Life Sciences Directorate. This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work. You will * Design and conduct transport and microwave spectroscopy experiments characterizing the performance of microwave devices including amplifiers and superconducting circuits in cryogenic systems. * Characterize superconducting thin films and devices to support the development of quantum devices and microwave circuits. * Design and evaluate superconducting quantum devices and ci
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