PhD position on superconducting quantum computer technology

We invite applications for two PhD positions in experimental quantum computing with superconducting circuits. You will be a part of a stimulating research environment at the Quantum Technology Laboratory (QT) within the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2), working in a large team of PhD students, postdocs and researchers. MC2 hosts a state-of-the-art nanofabrication facility. Additionally, you will have access to laboratories for superconducting quantum device measurements.

Information about the division and the department

The Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT, http://wacqt.se) is a 12-year initiative started in 2018 with the purpose of advancing Swedish academia and industry to the forefront of quantum technology. The core project of the centre is to build a quantum computer based on superconducting circuits at Chalmers University.

Major responsibilities
We are seeking PhD students to work on building the next generation of quantum processors based on superconducting circuits. To achieve this goal, we have a variety of projects related to:

• Simulation, design, fabrication and characterization of traveling-wave parametric amplifiers
• Optimization of the superconducting device design and implementation by modeling, fabrication-process development, and characterization

Read more about doctoral studies at Chalmers here.

Qualifications

• You have a master's deegree in physics, applied physics, nanotechnology, or equivalent, ideally obtained no more than two years prior to the application deadline (according to the current agreement with the Swedish Agency for Government Employers).
• You have expertise in some of the following: design and fabrication of superconducting circuits, experimental quantum computing, microwave quantum optics, or related fields in experimental physics.
• Your verbal and written communication skills in English are good.
• You are motivated for a career in quantum technology, in academia or at an institute or a company.
• You have a collaborative attitude and an interest in working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, sharing best practices and assuming responsibility.
• You are self-motivated; you pay attention to details, and possess a problem-solving analytical ability. You are willing to help supervise bachelor and master students.

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with reference number 20240437 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name, reference number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, reference number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous experience of relevance for the position (e.g. education, thesis work and, if applicable, any other research activities)
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, e.g. TOEFL test results.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. 

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.