Research Associate ; Hearne Institute Theoretical Physics

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Job Posting

Title:

Research Associate 2 (Hearne Institute for Theoretical Physics)
Position Type:

Other Academic Department:

LSUAM Science - PA
- Quantum
- Lead (James Sauls ))

Work Location:

0453 J.W. Nicholson Hall Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

The candidate is expected to pursue collaborative research with the PI and his research group within the LSU Hearne Institute for Theoretical Physics.

Responsibilities:
Collaborative with the PI on the development and implementation of quantum field theory and computational methods to understand and predict the electromagnetic properties of superconducting RF resonators and devices as elements of quantum circuits for quantum computing and quantum sensing. (90%). Hardware and software technical support for the Hearne Institute of Theoretical Physics high performance computing cluster at LSU.(10%).

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in physics or related field with 2 years of experience.

Preferred qualifications:

5 years of experience in condensed matter physics, theory of superconductivity computational approaches to theoretical physics at the graduate level in physics.

Additional

Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Attach ALL documents under the Resume/CV section of your application. Applicants must provide a vita. For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. James Sauls lls Needed:

Preferred

Skills:

Posting Date:

October 19, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 25, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check
- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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