Assistant Project Scientist (Molecular Ion Quantum Logic)
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- University of California, Los Angeles
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Assistant Project Scientist (Molecular Ion Quantum Logic)
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF10058
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at UCLA seeks outstanding candidates for a full-time (100%) position as an Assistant Project Scientist in the area of Molecular Ion Quantum Logic. The position will focus on demonstrating quantum logic protocols on molecular ions with expected applications in quantum sensing and computation.
Tasks include managing a laboratory with state-of-the-art AMO physics tools, graduate student oversight, manuscript preparation, and scientific communication. Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field, 3+ years experience and a demonstrated background directly applicable to the tasks, including experience with AMO tools, ion trapping, laser cooling, and quantum logic. Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae; a publication list; and a statement of contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion; and complete a reference check authorization release form.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t37-b.pdf). The salary range for this position is $74,100 - $94,200. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10058
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
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