Quantum Researcher (PhD) Superconducting Quantum Computers

Quantum Researcher (PhD) for Superconducting Quantum Computers (m/f/d) (100% full-time position)

What you will do:

You will join a growing international team building quantum computers based on superconducting qubits.

You will drive research in one or more of the following areas:

• Fluxonium and other novel qubit types: design, fabrication and control ofalternative qubits for higher noise protection.
• Connectivity: novel long-range coupling architectures beyond nearest-neighbour layouts for denser, more flexible qubit connectivity.
• Extended QEC codes: experimental realisation of quantum error correction codes beyond the surface code (e.g. qLDPC codes) that exploit enhancedconnectivity.
• Nantechnology: novel materials, fabrication processes and 3D integrationmethods for higher coherence and reproducibility.
• Control and Readout optimization: improved readout schemes, multi-qubit gates, calibration and benchmarking as well as new methods foridentifying and mitigating two-level system (TLS) and other types of noise. o Transduction: coherent microwave-to-optical conversion to networksuperconducting quantum processors.

You will work at the interface of fundamental science and technologydevelopment, collaborating closely with partners from universities, research institutes and start-ups.

• You will publish your results, present them at international conferences and workshops, and help communicate quantum technology to the public.

You hold a Master in physics, electrical engineering, materials science or a related field.

Experience in one of the fields below is desired:

• o in the design, fabrication and/or control and characterization ofwill work at the interface of fundamental science and technologysuperconducting quantum systems.
• o in microwave measurement, circuit design and/or micro- and nanofabrication – and you enjoy pushing technology to its limits to build high-quality, scalable quantum processors.
• o cryogenic setups and the operation of dilution refrigerators.

You enjoy the freedom of an academic environment combined with a technology-driven, innovative mindset.

You have skills in programming, experience with AI, design software

You communicate clearly and write well in English.

A curiosity-driven, technology-focused research environment with an international team at WMI working on superconducting quantum circuits, hybrid quantum systems and magnetic materials.

A workplace on the Garching Research Campus – one of Europe’s leading hubs for research and education – with state-of-the art in-house fabrication and cryogenic infrastructure.

Close ties to the Munich Quantum Valley connecting you with leading academic and industrial partners and a thriving quantum technology ecosystem (e.g. with the WMI spin-off Peak Quantum).

Salary in accordance with the collective agreement for the public service of the German federal states (TV-L E13 75%)

Walther-Meissner-Institute