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Superconducting Hardware Technology Development Manager

Employer
Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Location
Didcot, Oxfordshire (GB)
Salary
£50,702- £56,336 gross per annum
Posting live until
17 Oct 2021

Job Details

Superconducting Hardware Technology Development Manager

£50,702- £56,336 gross per annum

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), UKRI

Are you experienced in Quantum Computing? Do you pride yourself as an excellent communicator, both in writing and speaking? Are you keen to be part of a Centre dedicated to drive the UK to the forefront in the Quantum Computing field?

STFC (part of UK Research and Innovation) are seeking a Superconducting Hardware Technology Development Manager to work alongside the Directors of the National Quantum Computing Centre to lead in a variety of exciting science and engineering projects.

You will utilize and enhance your skills in qubit hardware and systems architecture, design and implementation to develop scalable, flexible and robust quantum assets that can be deployed to meet the goals of the NQCC enabling the delivery of scalable quantum computing capabilities against the technology roadmap. Key projects will include Hardware stabilisation, high performance logical qubit development, scalable qubit architecture design, error mitigation and benchmarking and verification protocols.

You will understand materials performance and device characteristics to drive improved long-term qubit performance, whilst working closely with colleagues across the centre to implement the architecture and deploy services. You will define work plans for specific NQCC Projects and mentor members of the technology team to promote best practice software development across the NQCC.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Educated to PHD or equivalent in a relevant subject such as physics, computer science or engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Significant knowledge of superconducting qubit device and control architectures, and a high level of technical expertise in quantum computing.
  • Understanding of high-performance computing and/or relevant related technologies.
  • Familiar with a range of professional tools and methods related to programme delivery.
  • Available to travel/work within the UK and overseas when required.

Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits including a flexible working scheme, a Career Average Revalued Earnings pension scheme, 30 days annual leave allowance, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.

Applications are handled by UK Shared Business Services, to see more details and to apply, please click on the apply button. Please include a covering letter outlining how you fit the role criteria.

The closing date for applications is 17th October 2021.

Company

STFC imageAt the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), research is driven by practical applications and a curiosity to create a world-leading hub of scientific and engineering excellence. Our science and facilities enable researchers to answer fundamental questions about the nature of the universe. Success typically requires long-term strategic investment, international collaboration on a global scale and the capability to push the limits of technology and engineering. To remain internationally competitive in our areas of science and to keep our facilities at the leading edge, we have to develop bespoke technology that cannot be reliably sourced on the open market, for example in detectors and instrumentation, accelerators, specialist engineering, optics and e-infrastructure. These technologies are often also applied to address broader societal and industrial challenges and we actively promote their translation and commercialization.

Why work for us
When you join STFC, you become a key part of one of Europe’s largest research organizations. We are trusted to support, enable, and undertake cutting-edge projects in an amazing diversity of fields that you could be a part of. With access to our world-class facilities, people like you are helping us to drive ground-breaking advances in science, engineering, computing and technology.

  • The Particle Physics Department (PPD) is one of the largest particle physics groups in the UK. We design, construct and operate some of the most sensitive scientific instruments in the world, collaborating with partners in academia, industry and international laboratories such as CERN. We currently work with the ATLAS, CMS, LHCb, DUNE, Hyper-K, T2K, MICE, Lux-Zeplin, DEAP-3600, CERN RD50, Electron Ion Collider and AION collaborations.
  • The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) is a £93m UKRI investment over five years based at the Harwell Campus. This is a strategic element within the overall £1bn, 10-year investment into quantum technologies made by the UK since 2014.

Our benefits

  • 30 days annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days.
  • Flexible or hybrid working may be available dependent on role.
  • Defined benefit pension scheme (employer contribution – currently up to 26%).
  • Sport and social groups across campus with access to an on-site gym.

For more information on all of our employee benefits, visit www.stfccareers.co.uk/why-join/rewards-and-benefits.

Who we are looking for
The UK has a world-class research and innovation system. Our expertise spans all fields of knowledge, from the discovery of penicillin and monoclonal antibodies, to the jet engine and the World Wide Web. Therefore it is vital for us to have the best people at all levels throughout UKRI. We want to continue to attract a mix of talented professionals, scientists and engineers.


Locations
UK-wide

Number of employees
STFC has 2594 staff members across the UK and UKRI has approx. 8000

Main areas of research
Our work encompasses everything from the physical, biological and social
sciences, to innovation, engineering, medicine, the environment, as well as arts and the humanities

Positions recently recruited for
Electronic engineers, data scientists, research associates CMS/DUNE, research associate on electron ion collider (EiC), ion trap physicists

Desired degree disciplines/class
A STEM degree

How to apply
Apply online at www.careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/search/256393 

Closing date
All year round

Contact
Quantum physics and computing vacancies: E-mail amy.corpe@ukri.org
Particle physics vacancies: E-mail corinna.kilpatrick@ukri.org
stfc.ukri.org

Company info
Website
Location
Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
Harwell
Oxfordshire
OX11 0QX
GB

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