Senior​/Principal Experimental Quantum Physics, Onsite

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We are seeking outstanding candidates in an R&D, experimental Physics role to join a team pursuing world‑leading research in atomic physics for quantum information sciences (QIS). The successful candidate will be a self‑starter who will work with a group of technical staff and technologists in a highly dynamic research environment, assisting with research to detect, and manipulate trapped ion experimental systems for applications in quantum information science (QIS).

The individual will pursue novel research directions and use best professional practices to work closely with a multidisciplinary team. In this fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, the individual must have excellent problem solving, analytical, teaming, documentation and communication skills. On any given day you may be called upon to:

• Perform research and development in a laboratory focused on quantum information science using trapped ion qubits.
• Work with a team to test and develop custom surface ion trap chips, which are manufactured in‑house at our MESA facility.
• Design and implement systems able to perform delicate quantum experiments.
• Perform work in a safe and compliant manner, seek out subject matter expert advice as needed, and maintain necessary documentation.
• Develop new business through proposal writing with your professional network of collaborators and funding agencies.

Due to the nature of the work this is an on‑site position.

$114,000 - $227,500

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

The ideal R&D S&E Physics Engineer candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:

• Graduate degree in Physics or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
• Experience preparing research for dissemination through presentations at national conferences and peer‑reviewed publications in top journals.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities of both projects and teams and the ability to work in loosely defined areas with minimal direction while maintaining vision for the overall mission.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post‑graduate experience working in experimental atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics.
• Laboratory experience with lasers, vacuum chamber construction, or…