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We build our own quantum processing units (QPUs), develop novel quantum gates and circuits, and implement new algorithms capable of solving problems beyond the reach of classical computing. The trap group is responsible for the core of the QPU, utilizing electromagnetic fields to trap and manipulate our ion qubit register. We are looking for an experimental physicist to join the team.\nResponsibilities\nDesign new generation ion traps from basic principles through electromagnetic simulation, mechanical design, fabrication (via external contractors), testing and integration in the labs\nContribute to developing our ion trapping simulator and trap control software tools, which account for trap geometry and ion interactions to provide accurate predictions at real-time.\nCarry out ion loading, trapping, shuttling and heating related experiments in the lab.\nSupport our engineers on the physical aspects of board design, low noise electronics, cryogenics, thermal conductance and vacuum environment, improving system design to meet QPU performance goals.\nRequirements and skills\nPh.D. in Experimental Physics (outstanding M.Sc candidates will be considered)\nExperience in hands-on experimental lab work as well as applied theory and simulations\nWorking experience with scripting (preferably Python)\nExcellent cross-disciplinary communication, teamwork, leadership and mentorship skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nWork experience in the industry\nSignificant background in any of the following: AMO physics, quantum science and technology, electrical engineering, low noise electronics, optics, cryogenics\nProficiency in Solidworks, Comsol\nExperience with microfabrication, characterization and clean-room work\nGeneral\nWe are located at the Science Park, by the Weizmann Institute.\nFull collaboration with the experimental & theoretical groups at the Weizmann Institute\nInterested in this role?\nGet in touch or apply now.\n Apply hereWanted: Bright minds and bold spirits\nIf you are excellent and passionate about quantum computing and its ability to make the world a better place for all - we want to meet you.","description_format":"text","description_chars":2300,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Science & Engineering","Quantum Science & Computing","Quantum Computing Hardware"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-26T09:30:53Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":30,"reasons":["conf:1","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-27T05:46:45Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/quantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/quantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-27T10:13:19Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":11713,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-28T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":3786116},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=3786116"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fquantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fquantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fquantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/quantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fquantum-art-experimental-physicist-trap"}]}