Quantum Researcher - Materials Science

Quantum Researcher - Materials Science

College Park, MD 20740

Multiple Positions Available

Security Clearance Requirement: Active U.S. Government security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance
Location: On-Site
Relocation: Relocation support for candidates outside the commuting area will be considered
Travel: Occasional; typically, no more than 5%

Position Overview
JTEC Consulting LLC is seeking individuals with experience in quantum physics with specific experience in the field of materials. This position requires relevant theoretical, experimental, or modeling and simulation experience in materials science, characterization of the atomic properties of materials, and fabrication. Experience should include knowledge of novel or state-of-the-art materials systems.

Qualified candidates should have the ability to envision and articulate new areas of research, exploration, and avenues for novel approaches. This is a dynamic environment and requires team members to be comfortable with leading efforts, providing guidance, and transitioning those efforts for future development, while still monitoring and engaging in ongoing progress. Candidates should possess a demonstrated ability to review and analyze research and reports in this area of study. This work supports efforts that intersect with academic, national lab, and industrial researchers investigating cutting-edge materials science. The ability to function as a technical leader (non-supervisory) is strongly desired as is the ability to articulate concepts and work with clarity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and subject matter expertise within the field of materials as it relates to quantum physics.
• Assist the government's technical element with various technical aspects of the materials portfolio.
• Conduct technical writing and material for presentation.
• Conduct independent reviews and summaries of related technical literature and emerging technologies and participate in technical exchanges and workshops related to program technical areas.
• Assimilate and integrate technical inputs from internal / external organizations and analyze technical deliverables and reports.
• Develop and document testing methodology and protocols, ensuring they align with program technology components.
• Perform technical and risk analysis/review.

Technical Areas
Candidates should have experimental and/or theoretical experience in one or more of the following:

• Experimental and / or theoretical knowledge or experience in:
  • Materials such as superconducting materials (Examples: Al, Nb, Ta, etc.)
  • Insulators (Example oxides such as NbOx, AlOx, TaOx, nitrides, etc. and / or superconducting materials such as Ge, Si, etc.)
  • Atomic-based modeling (Examples: DFT, Monte Carlo, etc.)
  • Material properties (Examples: Thin films, material surfaces, interfaces, crystallography/grains/amorphous, defects (two level systems (TLS), two level fluctuators (TLF), quasi particles, charge noise, point defects, grains/boundary defects, etc.)
  • Fabrication and / or growth knowledge (Examples: Lithography, annealing, etching, deposition, MBE, CVD, ALD, PVD, sputter, etc.
  • Characterization techniques (Examples: TEM, SEM, STM, SPM, SIMS, XRD, FTIR, XPS, EDS/EDX, APT, etc.)
  • Material structures
  • Measurement techniques for measuring qubits
• The capacity to understand and determine current limitations as well as future improvements is preferred.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship.
• Current U.S. government security clearance or eligibility to obtain a clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently within a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.
• Ability to accurately convey technical and scientific issues to people with varying levels of expertise.
• Ability to write concisely.
• Persuasive speaking/writing skills.

Education and Experience

• PhD in physics or related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional and / or research experience; experience in related research activity will be considered.
• At least one publication in a related subject area.

Preferred Experience

• Postdoc experience or equivalent, preferred.

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Benefits and Total Rewards Overview
JTEC Consulting LLC offers a total rewards package to eligible team members:

Elective Insurance & Retirement Benefits:

• Medical Coverage: Group medical plans with company-paid employee premiums and subsidized dependent options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer match of up to 4%, eligible after three months of service.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Company-paid Basic Life and Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage (must be elected during new hire onboarding).

Company-Provided Standard Benefits (Full-Time Employees):

• Paid Leave: Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual, company-paid Federal holidays, and floating holidays.
• Professional Development: Corporate support to maintain active credentials, acquire new certifications, and advance career skills.

Additional Incentives:

• Eligibility for professional referral bonuses, as well as role-specific sign-on or relocation assistance based on contract criteria.

Benefit eligibility, coverage, and terms are governed by official plan documents and contract requirements.

Salary
Salary ranges are advertised based on good faith estimates at the time of posting and reflect pay that JTEC anticipates for successful applicants. The estimated salary range displayed in this posting is dependent upon position requirements, individual qualifications, education, experience, location, and other job-related factors. Our recruiting team will review candidates' related experience and desired salary targets during the evaluation process. All qualified candidates will be considered.

Pay Range: $165,000 - $230,000 per year