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Experimental Superconducting Qubit Summer Placement
1 month ago
Salary: £22,096per annum
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Summer students will undertake a short (6-12) week research project within the NQCCs Superconducting Circuits team. In this project you will learn the theory of Superconducting Quantum Computing and (depending on experience) get hands on experience with Superconducting Quantum Computers in the lab.
You will perform simulations and/or experiments relating to superconducting qubits, analyse the resulting data and produce presentations/reports on the findings which will be presented to the internal NQCC Superconducting team.
You will also participate in group meetings with the Superconducting Circuits team and wider NQCC activities such as Journal Club - and Cake Club
About Summer Placements at STFC
STFC's incredibly diverse range of placements allow you to work alongside world leading engineers, scientists, and technicians in highly collaborative environments. Whichever you choose, you will become a critical member of the team in which you will be exposed to exciting projects and challenges from the start.You will also be supported every step of the way by our dedicated Early Careers Development Team
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including flexible working hours, health promotion programmes, and subsidised restaurant and coffee outlets. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here.
Summary of Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Learn about and understand the concepts underlying superconducting qubits.
- Apply knowledge of superconducting qubits gained to perform experiments on superconducting devices.
- Apply knowledge of superconducting qubits gained to create simulations of superconducting systems with standard industry software.
- Developing monitoring systems for the lab environment
- Take part in simple experimental runs with the NQCCs Superconducting Team, including taking and analysing data and writing lab reports on these experiments.
- Take part in internal NQCC group activities such as group meetings and discussions surrounding your project.
- Disseminate information learnt to internal teams through group meetings, internal discussions, and final presentations.
Essential:
- You are in full time education at university, and will be returning to university/your studies once the summer placement has concluded
- Currently studying physics, theoretical physics, mathematical physics or physics related course.
- You have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement.
- Demonstrable interest in quantum computing or quantum technology.
- Knowledge of programming languages and data analysis techniques - Ideally python.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Able to plan and work independently on scientific research projects
- Good understanding of physics Knowledge/awareness relevant to Superconducting Circuits (e.g. quantum harmonic oscillators, two-level systems, quantum information)
- Scientific programming for simulation, measurement or data analysis (ideally in python)
- Experience Confident working in a lLab environment and operating experimental tools and electronics in particular with RF analysis equipment - VNA, Oscilloscope or Signal Analysers
- Knowledge Experience with software and techniques for CAD design software, emachining or 3D printing or RF simulation software
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
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How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
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Additional Information
- Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
- External Closing Date: Mar 9, 2025
- Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 22,096
- Hours: Full-time
