Trapped Ion Physicist

Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £31,878 (plus £1000 welcome bonus)
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2024
Assessment Centre: December 2024/January 2025 TBC (travel and accommodation will be reimbursed)
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.

The NQCC is the UK's national centre for quantum computing, dedicated to accelerating its development by addressing the challenges of scaling up the technology.
Our vision is to enable the UK to solve some of the most complex and challenging problems facing society by harnessing the potential of quantum computing.
The centre is working with businesses, government, and the research community to deliver quantum computing capabilities for the UK and support the growth of the emerging industry.

The NQCC's programme represents a £93m investment and is being delivered jointly by the research councils, EPSRC and STFC, as part of UK Research and Innovation.
The centre is headquartered within STFC's Rutherford Appleton Laboratory site at the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire.

About the Role:
You will work with scientists in the NQCC's Trapped Ions Quantum Computing Team to support our development of quantum computing hardware.
Your skills will be developed and be supported by a diverse team working towards the NQCC's goals of delivering scalable quantum computing capabilities.
This will include the opportunity to work across one or more of the following elements:
Hands-on development (laser systems, cryogenic systems, vacuum systems, electronics) Measurements and data analysis Software for experimental control Horizon scoping and planning For this role, you must be able to work well individually and as part of a team and be interested in quantum science and technology.

Key responsibilities include:
Contributing to the design, development, assembly, and optimisation of ion trap quantum computing systems Contributing to software and experimental control systems Communicating progress and discussing results with NQCC scientists Representing the NQCC at STFC and external events with commercial and academic partners and collaborators To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key: Shortlisting (S), Interview (I), both Shortlisting and Interview (S&I)
Essential:
Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree, in a relevant field of study (S) Have the right to live and work in the UK at time of starting employment (S) A demonstrable interest in quantum science and technology (S&I) Experience in working in a laboratory – in particular with optics, lasers, or high-voltage supplies (S&I) Good written and oral communication skills (S&I) Experience working in a team, and able to demonstrate autonomy within their area of responsibility (S&I) Experience in programming in Python (or similar languages) (S&I) Desirable:
Technical knowledge in quantum computing (S&I) Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter.
Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.

Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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