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To scale up quantum systems, a scalable quantum bus could be used to connect QPUs (quantum processsor units). Such a bus would have to be low loss and scalable both in length and in the number of channels it could support. This role will lead research into both the bus, and how it connects to our QPUs. It requires both physics and materials expertise.
- Masters in physics or related field
- Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research
- Demonstrated understanding of electromagnetic and quantum physics
- Circuit design and simulation
- Controlling and analyzing experiments through custom software
- Preferred PhD in physics or related field
- Experience in cryogenic electronics and superconducting material
- Experience loading and operating quantum devices in dilution fridges
- Strong understanding of metal-superconductor contact physics.
- Experience with metal deposition techniques (e-beam evaporation, thermal evaporation, sputtering, electroplating) for superconducting and normal materials.
- Hands-on expertise in measuring and analyzing contact resistance in superconducting and metallic interfaces.
- Familiarity with material characterization methods such for assessing contact interfaces.
- Knowledge of cryogenic measurement techniques to evaluate electrical transport properties of normal/superconducting contacts.