Research Scientist (Characterization)

Job Description

Job Title: Research Scientist (Characterization). Location: Yorktown Heights, New York, USA

Job Type:

• Full-time, onsite
• Regular employment
• Professional position
• General daytime shift
• Travel required: up to 20% or 1 day per week

Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced research in quantum computing, covering gates, coherence, device design, simulation, testing, tuning, photonics/interconversion, Josephson electronics, and device theory.
• Design and simulate quantum devices using expertise in device physics.
• Develop and implement testing protocols to evaluate and improve quantum device performance.
• Perform research into quantum device technology and contribute to advancements in the field;
• Apply theoretical knowledge to analyze and interpret research results and guide future research.
• Collaborate with colleagues to solve complex problems in quantum device technology.
• Share technical expertise and research insights with other researchers and teams.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field, with relevant experience in materials science and superconducting qubits.
• Proven record of research accomplishment.
• Familiarity with Python or an equivalent programming language.

Preferred:

• Doctorate degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience in materials science.
• Familiarity with quantum technologies and fabrication or process knowledge.
• Deep expertise across multiple areas of quantum computing, including design, simulation, testing, tuning, Josephson electronics, and device theory.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Projected annual salary range: $150,000 to $220,000.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and mental health and wellbeing coverage.
• Financial programs including 401(k), cash balance pension plan, employee stock purchase plan, financial counseling, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Minimum 56 hours of sick time.
• 120 hours of vacation;
• 12 weeks of parental bonding leave in accordance with company policy.
• Additional paid family and care leave where required by applicable law.
• Training and educational resources through an AI-driven learning platform.
• Opportunities to develop skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications.
• Employee resource groups, giving and volunteer opportunities, and retail, service, and experience discounts.

Other Information:

• The position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be able to work without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Employment is subject to applicable background and employment requirements.