ORAU · 1 month ago
Development of Single Cooper Pair Boxes for Quantum Computing and Photo-detection
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelORAU is involved in the NASA Postdoctoral Program, offering unique research opportunities in ongoing NASA research projects. The role focuses on developing quantum bits for quantum computation and photo-detection using Single Cooper Pair Boxes, involving advanced techniques in microfabrication and RF measurements.
Universities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop quantum bits for quantum computation as required by our funding agency
Use Single Cooper Pair Boxes for photo-detection with spectral resolution from sub millimeter wavelengths to X-Rays
Develop a dispersive readout based on the quantum capacitance of the Single Cooper Pair Boxes
Measure the phase of the reflected RF carrier modulated by the quantum capacitance
Use frequency multiplexing to read out two SCBs at the same time and look for signs of entanglement between the two quantum bits
Explore the possibility of using SCBs to read Cooper Pairs broken by radiation for a spectral resolving broadband high sensitivity detector
Qualification
Required
Doctoral Degree
Research proposal
Three letters of recommendation
Official doctoral transcript documents
Company
ORAU
ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security.
Founded in 1946
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andy Page
President /CEO
Scott Miller
President and CEO, ORAU ConScientia
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