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Senior Quantum Device Measurement Scientist

HRL
Malibu, California
Full Time
Posted October 29, 2025
$194k - $248k
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Job Description

A senior scientist position focused on conducting cryogenic, low-noise experiments on spin qubit devices, developing new measurement techniques, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to advance quantum device technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct low-noise, cryogenic experiments on sensitive spin qubit devices.
  • Develop and implement new measurement techniques and methods for quantum devices.
  • Operate and master spin qubit devices to advance experimental capabilities.
  • Collaborate with software, theory, and signal modeling teams to enhance device performance.
  • Troubleshoot analog electronics and perform noise analysis to optimize experiments.
  • Analyze experimental data using scientific programming and interface with hardware.
  • Communicate research findings through technical presentations and journal publications.

Requirements

  • Experience conducting low-noise, cryogenic experiments on sensitive spin qubit devices.
  • Mastery in the operation of spin qubit devices to advance the state-of-the-art through collaboration with other project teams such as software, theory, and signal modeling.
  • Expertise in modern experimental physics techniques including troubleshooting analog electronics and noise analysis.
  • Proficiency in scientific programming for data analysis and hardware interfacing.
  • Demonstrated experience in scientific communication through technical presentations and journal publications.
  • Ability and desire to work in a collaborative, team-based environment that integrates physics, software development, data science, and engineering.
  • Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering.
  • At least 8 years of professional experience in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on quantum devices or technologies.
  • Must be able to climb ladders to use elevated test equipment.
  • Must be able to work safely in a laboratory environment and be on-site at least 4 days a week.
  • U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance.

Benefits & Perks

Base salary range: $193,700 - $248,200
Work on-site at least 4 days a week
Collaborative, team-based work environment
Potential bonus benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cryogenic experiments and quantum devices
Possibility to develop and implement new measurement techniques

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