The Q-NEXT quantum center is looking for candidates to fill a TERM Assistant Scientist staff position to lead the Chicago Quantum Computing Testbed (CQCT) – a program to explore the scaling and applications of silicon spin qubit quantum computing in collaboration with industry partners. A successful candidate will be part of a team of scientists from Argonne, University of Chicago, and Q-NEXT partners (academic, industry, and national labs), using their skills to study silicon spin qubits, including roadblocks to scalability and error correction, and operate associated cryogenic and electrical hardware. The candidate will manage multiple collaborations with academic and industry partners to advance shared research goals and will have the opportunity to work with and train graduate students. The candidate is also encouraged to collaborate across related semiconductor-based quantum science projects in Q-NEXT at Argonne.

Primary responsibilities:

• Study gate-defined silicon quantum dot qubits for quantum computing, including developing new research directions.
• Contribute to the ongoing efforts to provide a safe and inclusive work environment for all. This will include involvement in ongoing workforce development, including mentorship opportunities.
• Seek collaborations within Q-NEXT that leverage the capabilities of the CQCT
• Setup new lab spaces for studying quantum dots
• Maintain a working knowledge of technological tools as well as maintain developments in the field that will contribute to the success of ongoing Q-NEXT projects.
• Participate in writing scientific papers, maintaining technical reports and documents associated with the operation of lab equipment, reports on experimental progress, technical developments, and new initiatives.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge and experience with at least one solid state qubit platform, whether in semiconductors or superconductors.
• Knowledge and experience with microwave and other experimental electronics
• Knowledge and experience with cryogenics, vacuum systems
• Knowledge and experience of laboratory facilities and building infrastructure
• Demonstrated skill in written and oral communication
• Experience collaborating with others and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work normal daytime work hours at the Argonne site. Occasional travel may be required.
• Ability to work independently and without constant direction in the performance of routine tasks

Minimum education/experience requirements:

• RD2 level: academic background in physics, applied physics, quantum information science, electrical engineering, or a related field. For PhD level, at least 2+ years of experience with solid state qubit platforms and electronics lab environment.

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