Research Scientist, Quantum Networking

Requisition Id 11107

Overview:

The Quantum Information Sciences Section https://www.ornl.gov/section/quantum-information-science in the Computational Sciences and Engineering Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks candidates for research staff positions in theoretical and experimental quantum information science.

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. With a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people, ORNL’s decadal vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

***Work location for this position will be in Chattanooga, TN with regular travel to Oak Ridge National Laboratory facilities in Oak Ridge, TN.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in new and ongoing research in quantum communications, quantum computing, and quantum-enhanced sensing.
• Formulate novel quantum information solutions to problems of national interest and plan and execute the research and development necessary for the practical implementation of those solutions.
• Lead and take part in multiple R&D projects.
• Interpret, report, and present research concepts and results to national audiences at all levels.
• Work with customers independently or in teams to develop requirements and proposals, conduct research, and produce working prototypes for demonstration.
• Write peer-reviewed papers, technical reports, and proposals for internal and external release and must represent the organization by giving technical presentations in large public forums.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in physics, optics, electrical engineering, or a directly related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in experimental quantum information outside of Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of quantum information work experience at a tertiary institution or in an appropriate industry or government laboratory.
• Independent research competence as demonstrated by a significant number of national and/or international peer-reviewed publications and a sustained publication record.
• Experimental experience, atomic molecular optical physics, quantum optics, or quantum sensing experiment.

Benefits at ORNL:

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.