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Research Scientist 1
  • Job Number: 25924
  • Functional Area: Research - Engineering
  • Department: Research Laboratory of Electronics
  • School Area: VP Research
  • Pay Range Minimum: $72,000
  • Pay Range Maximum: $92,000
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: No Grade


Posting Description

RESEARCH SCIENTIST 1, Research Laboratory of Electronics, participates and may contribute the design, development, and execution of research projects on machine-learning-assisted design and AI-driven optimization of quantum systems, in collaboration with the broader research team. In collaboration with PI, conducts theoretical and computational analysis of quantum photonic/hardware systems; interprets and implements research methodology based on analysis outcomes; authors and co-authors research results for peer-reviewed journals and conferences; prepares and presents findings at lab meetings, seminars, and research conferences; prepares periodic progress reports on research project phases for sponsors. May provide technical guidance to graduate students, UROP students, and postdoctoral researchers on projects related to AI-assisted quantum system design.

 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field; a minimum of two years of postdoctoral research experience; strong background in theoretical and computational physics, with demonstrated ability to transition methods (e.g., machine learning, numerical optimization) across research domains. PREFERRED: Experience with quantum computing, quantum information science, or quantum photonics; experience applying machine-learning or AI-driven optimization methods to physical/engineering systems; or strong record of peer-reviewed publications.

No regular travel required; occasional travel for conferences

8/3/2026