Applied Physicist (Quantum Systems) - GTRI - CIPHER - Open Rank

site-logo•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quantum Systems (QS) Division of the Georgia Tech Research Institute's Cybersecurity, Information Protection, and Hardware Evaluation Research (CIPHER) Lab is seeking self-motivated individuals with experience in quantum science or photonics research. The division is composed of a large team of scientists and engineers from disciplines including physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, optical science, mechanical engineering, mathematics, and chemical engineering. QS employees perform fundamental research exploring next-generation technologies based on exotic physical phenomena, working to prove that devices based on these technologies can provide real-world solutions relevant to sponsors. Our research portfolio includes programs in trapped-ion quantum computing, simulation, and sensing, vapor cell optically pumped magnetometers and Rydberg electrometers, atomic clocks, and the development of mass spectrometers. Support is available to develop projects outside of existing areas of research, such as photonic quantum computing, solid-state defects like NV-centers, quantum networking, and inertial sensors. QS researchers frequently contribute to projects in other GTRI labs and CIPHER divisions involving research in other topics including artificial intelligence and machine learning, communications, biophysics, security, and optics. The candidate will be expected to work independently and effectively in a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment. Affiliated with the Georgia Institute of Technology and located on its main campus in Atlanta Georgia, GTRI offers a unique opportunity to conduct applied research in a university setting. Employees in this position are encouraged to publish academic literature and pursue collaborations with academic, government, and industry partners.

Requirements

Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered.
Demonstrated expertise, e.g. through peer-reviewed publications, in quantum science research.
U.S. Citizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active TS SCI
An ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Active security clearance
Technical experience with any of the following: a. AMO physics techniques including ion trapping, laser cooling, atomic spectroscopy b. vapor cell sensors and clocks c. solid state color centers (e.g. NV-centers in diamond) d. single photon sources (e.g. quantum dot or four-wave-mixing) and detectors (e.g. SNSPDs) e. theoretical quantum optics and/or design for quantum optics experiments f. creation and analysis of entangled photon states (e.g. Bell pairs, GHZ states) g. integrated photonics design h. photonic quantum computing i. design and demonstration of practical or fielded quantum devices j. scientific programming k. micro/nano-fabrication tools and techniques

Responsibilities

Perform more complex tests, experiments, calculations, and/or simulations to determine physical parameters/properties and behaviors of materials and systems and conduct more complex data analysis on the results of measurements and/or simulations
Lead design of experiments for simple experiments
Generate documentation of experiments and results
Contribute to white papers and proposals
Contribute to technical reports/presentations of project results
Lead proposal writing and other business development activities to win funding for new research thrusts
Manage the technical and financial execution of research programs
Contribute to existing projects in applied quantum technologies
Author technical reports and publications
Present research to sponsors and peers
Keep up-to-date in relevant published literature on applied quantum technologies