Experimental physicist job description

ColdQuanta is seeking an atomic/AMO physicist with a strong background in cold atoms, particularly ultracold atoms in optical lattice potentials, to join our quantum signal processing team in the development of the world's first commercial quantum matter platform, “Albert.” You will work with a highly motivated team to develop novel quantum signal processing modalities based on atoms in complex potentials; and aid the transition of those techniques to cloud-deployed quantum signal processing and emulation platforms. We are looking for self-motivated, energetic individuals with strong problem solving and technical skills.

ColdQuanta is the leader in Cold Atom Quantum Technology, the most scalable, versatile, and commercially viable area of quantum. ColdQuanta is dedicated to making quantum a reality through the deployment of Information Processing Systems; and development of precision timing, sensing and networking solutions. ColdQuanta's Quantum Signal Processing (QSP) team is lowering the barriers associated with quantum technology development, research, and education. The QSP team is developing cloud-based quantum signal processing platforms. Recipient of the 2022 SPIE Prism Award for top quantum innovation, ColdQuanta's QSP Platforms will revolutionize the future of quantum technologies.
Primary Responsibilities

Participate in and ultimately lead R&D projects that will expand the functional capabilities of our quantum matter platforms

Develop expertise, operating modes, and techniques for manipulation of atomic samples in periodic potentials

Work with a diverse team of scientists and engineers to achieve specific project benchmarks and milestones

Contribute to project direction, design reviews, and external customer interactions; author/co-author papers, presentations and reports; give invited papers; attend project workshops and conference

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

PhD in atomic physics, with a specific emphasis on cold or ultracold atoms

Direct experience with and a deep understanding of experimental physics systems, especially laser and ultra-high vacuum, systems.

Working knowledge of control systems, machine learning, and signal processing

Entrepreneurial drive, intellectual agility and personal eagerness to develop with the needs of the business.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

Direct experience with experiments with atoms in optical lattice potentials

2-3 years of post-doctoral experience, inclusive of research fellowships

Proficiency with Python, Mathematica, LabView, MATLAB, SolidWorks.

Benefits

This position will pay between $80,000 and $140,000

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave

Stock Option Plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to execute experiments, develop unique diagnostics and diagnostic techniques, and lead frontier research in the area of high- energy-density (HED) and Inertial-Confinement-Fusion (ICF) physics, plasma physics and high intensity laser-matter interactions.We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and dedicated person to develop, test and implement improvements for our existing and planned ultra-fast x-ray diagnostics for energies between 10-50keV. The work also involves finding and implementing new techniques as well as sources for calibration measurements.This position is in the X-ray Measurement & Diagnostic Science (Detection) group in the High Energy Density Science Sectionof the Physics Division.

In this roleyou will

• Develop, test, and implement improvements for existing and planned x-ray diagnostics and implement techniques and sources for calibration measurements.
• Research, design and execute x-ray and laser driven experiments at the NIF, at the OMEGA laser facility, and at the on-site Jupiter laser facility.
• Design, field, and coordinate the development of x-ray diagnostics and detectors.
• Collaborate with scientists in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
• Author and present technical and scientific reports, presentations, and publications for internal and external audiences including the DOE community and at conferences.
• Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and people from different groups to plan and execute experimental campaigns for the HED and/or ICF programs
• Pursue independent, but complementary, research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists, internally and externally to the laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• PhD in Plasma Physics, Hydrodynamics, Shock Physics, Spectroscopy, Condensed Matter, related field or discipline.
• Experience in experimental physics in x-ray instrumentation and detection, plasma diagnostics, laser-plasma interactions, radiation driven hydrodynamics, applied physics, or similar area relevant to x-ray measurements and diagnostics in HED physics.
• Comprehensive analytical skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and data analysisas well as experimental planning and design skills relevant to HED experiments.
• Experience with computer programing in Python, Matlab, IDL, or similar data analysis techniques.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
• Initiative,interpersonal skills,and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to perform independent research.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience developing, calibrating and fielding x-ray, optical or nuclear diagnostics and associated analysis techniques.
• Experience with electron optics and/or pulsed electronics
• Experience with Monte Carlo simulations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Position Information

This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years. Eligible candidates are those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2022Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Work for a premier innovative national Laboratory
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Collaborative, creative, inclusive, and fun team environment

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