PhD Graduate: Physics - Quantum Post-Doctoral Scientist

Overview

Are you a scientist with expertise in quantum information science? If you are graduating with a PhD in physics or a closely-related field and want to work in quantum science, we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking a creative quantum scientist to help us grow new projects and mature existing ones. As a member of our team, you will contribute to experimental and theoretical research in quantum information science that spans multiple physical quantum computing platforms, quantum sensing, and more.

You will join our hardworking team of quantum scientists who are passionate about building new and exciting solutions to expand the state-of-the-art in quantum science.

Role: 2026 PhD Graduate:
Physics - Quantum Post-Doctoral Scientist at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).

Base pay range: $85,300.00/yr - $/yr

• Propose and lead independent research projects in solid state quantum device design, multi-qubit control, quantum algorithm development, quantum error correction, scalable characterization techniques, and/or quantum sensing.
• Work collaboratively with other APL staff to identify emerging challenges with quantum solutions.
• Support ongoing programs in quantum information science by contributing to quantum device characterization, modeling physically motivated quantum systems, and developing relevant characterization, control, and error correction strategies.

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Research, accomplishments, and publications in quantum information science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to sponsor sites, conferences, and workshops.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance by start date and ultimately TS/SCI w/ Polygraph; U.S. citizenship required. Eligible for government security clearance investigations.

• Hands-on experience with solid-state qubit design, quantum dot tuning, RF control, and/or dilution refrigerator operation.
• Experience with developing and/or assessing quantum error correction strategies.
• Knowledge of quantum noise characterization and control techniques.
• High-performance computing experience.
• Record of significant contributions on collaborative projects with both experimentalists and theorists.
• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph security clearance.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to defense, security, space, and scientific challenges. We offer a vibrant, welcoming culture with benefits including education assistance, retirement contributions, and work-life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations are available on request.

Minimum Rate: $85,300 Annually

Maximum Rate: $155,500 Annually