Research Scientist - Quantum Transduction and Hybrid Quantum Systems

Overview

The Materials Science and Technology Division of the Physical Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) invites applications for a research staff position in quantum information science. We seek outstanding candidates with expertise in quantum information science and condensed matter physics. Candidates that seek to build a research program focused on quantum state transduction are strongly preferred. The ideal candidate is expected to develop and lead research efforts focused on the transduction of quantum information between light, spins, and microwave circuits.

The successful candidate will join the multidisciplinary Quantum Heterostructures Group dedicated to developing and characterizing novel quantum devices in collaboration with theory and experimental quantum information science efforts in research programs across the DOE Office of Science. Planned research activities will be supported with internal ORNL investments and the Department of Energy (DOE) funded Basic Energy Sciences (BES) Materials Sciences and Engineering (MSE) Program.

Major

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop new approaches to quantum state transduction.
• Develop hybrid quantum device architectures.
• Partner with existing quantum computing and networking efforts at the Laboratory to enable heterogeneous quantum hardware.
• Present and report research results and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely fashion.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements.
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
• Work with others to maintain a high level of scientific productivity.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

• A PhD in quantum science, physics, materials science, or a closely related science discipline.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a related field.
• A strong record of productive and creative research proven by publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at major conferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading interdisciplinary research projects.
• Experience working with DOE sponsors.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate to an international scientific audience.
• Ability to work with a measure of autonomy in a team environment.

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Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real  form of identification will be required.
• Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
• To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates

• If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to…