Computational Research Scientist at the intersection of High-Energy Physics and Quantum Computing

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL) Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division has an opening for a Career-Track Computational Research Scientist at the intersection of High-Energy Physics and Quantum Computing to join the team.

In this exciting role, you will research in quantum computing, with a focus on the development of theoretical approaches and novel quantum algorithms that lead to scientific insights for high energy particle physics. This position will contribute to the development and/or advancement of open-source software tools. This position will be involved in the design and execution of simulations of physical hardware from testbeds and commercial partners. Involvement in the publication of the research and contributions at conferences is expected.

The position will be part of an integrated team of quantum algorithm developers, physicists, mathematicians and computer scientists that will design and deliver novel algorithms, error mitigation and compiling techniques for DOE relevant science domains that will lead to scientific discovery with quantum computers.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development of new, scalable algorithms based on quantum field theories appropriate for Hamiltonian simulation on quantum computers, 

• Lead the implementation and large-scale demonstration of quantum field theory algorithms on quantum hardware 

• Initiate, cultivate and sustain collaborations with researchers across and outside the laboratory

• Participate in developing new funding initiatives and proposal writing as needed

• Demonstrate ability to work independently, to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team, and to contribute to an active intellectual environment

• Publish results in peer reviewed journals and national and international conferences.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• Excellent presentation skills

• Mentoring students 

• Contribute to the organization of workshops and conferences 

What is Required:

• PhD degree in physics or a relevant field.

• A minimum of 2 years of documented postdoctoral research.

• Demonstrated experience in novel algorithm development for quantum field theories on quantum computers.

• Demonstrated experience implementing and executing Hamiltonian simulations on quantum hardware and achieving high impact results.

• Deep understanding of quantum field theories, in particular those relevant to high-energy physics.

• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team contributing to an active intellectual environment.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience using HPC platforms.

• Strong programming skills in Python.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 5 year, career-track term appointment and may be converted to career based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.

• The full salary range of this position is between $94,740 to $227,376 per year and is expected to pay between a targeted range of $126,324 to $176,832 per year depending upon candidates' full skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

• This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work may be performed on-site, or hybrid. The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.