We are looking for an Experimental Atomic Physicist with experience in transforming complex atomic physics experiments into practical applications. As a member of the engineering and technology organization, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team of scientists and engineers whose mission is to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. You’ll be a technical contributor on the team responsible for ablation, ionization, and loading of Barium ions in our quantum computers.
Responsibilities:
- Experimentally characterize the ablation performance of novel Barium targets
- Collaborate with external partners in novel materials development projects for ion generation
- Partner with our internal ion trap and packaging team on opto-mechanical design improvements for laser ablation and ionization
- Propose and implement improvements to rapid ion chain loading to extend to hundreds of qubits
You’d be a good fit with:
- PhD in physics, physical chemistry, optics, or related field, with deep knowledge of experimental atomic physics
- 3+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience designing, characterizing and operating laser-cooled neutral atom or ion experiments
- Demonstrated experimental experience with one or more of the following specialities: laser ablation, atomic beams, photoionization, ion trapping, or cryogenics
- Excellent written communication skills in technical documentation
You’d be a great fit with:
- Experience working with surface-electrode ion traps and measurements on trapped ions
- Experience with laser ablation for production of vaporized atomic or molecular species
- Expertise in chemistry, metallurgy, or materials science
- Engineering or systems engineering experience in transforming a complex physical system into a product based on subsystem technical requirements
- Experience collaborating with mechanical, electrical, optical, or software engineers in the development of complex subsystems
- 3+ years of relevant post-PhD experience
Location: This position is based in College Park, Maryland, and requires being on site at least 4 days a week.
Travel: Minimal
Job ID: 1078
The approximate base salary range for this position is $107,123 - $140,251. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.
Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance!
IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
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US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
