Job Description
HRL Laboratories is seeking a Quantum Device Theorist to develop theoretical models and numerical simulations for semiconductor-based quantum devices, particularly quantum-dot spin qubits. The role involves collaboration with a team of scientists and engineers to contribute to device design, fabrication, and experimental analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop microscopic models of condensed matter phenomena relevant to spin qubit operation.
- Apply results to design devices and explain experiments.
- Develop and use numerical simulation tools to model electronic structure and quantum transport.
- Present results in technical presentations.
- Collaborate with colleagues in a team environment.
- Contribute to research reviews, proposals, and technical report writing.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields.
- Expertise in fundamental theory and computational modeling of the electronic, optical, thermal, and/or magnetic properties of solid-state materials and devices, particularly semiconductors and superconductors.
- Proficiency in C and Python with experience developing computational codes for scientific or engineering applications.
- Knowledge of numerical analysis and scientific computing techniques.
- Understanding of solid-state materials fabrication and characterization techniques, such as epitaxial growth, lithography, electrical characterization, optical spectroscopy, and/or microscopy.
- Direct experience working in close collaboration with experimental materials and device development groups.
- Ability to spend extended periods of time at a computer monitor.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Active security clearance or ability to apply for security clearance.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: 132,765 - 165,983
Work schedule: full-time
Work environment perks: collaboration with a world-class team of scientists and engineers
Additional benefits: potential bonus
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