ph3Open Position Senior Researcher position at IFAE's Quantum Computing Technology (QCT) group /h3 h3About IFAE /h3 pThe Institut de Física d'Altes Energies (IFAE) is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the Autonomous Government of Catalonia, and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB, a public university) whose main objective is to carry out research and to contribute to the development of high energy physics from a theoretical, experimental and technological point of view. IFAE has the status of a "University Institute" attached to the UAB and its premises are within the campus of the University. /p h3About the Quantum Computing Technology (QCT) group /h3 pIn ****, IFAE started a new line on quantum computation with superconducting circuits, the Quantum Computing Technology group, to study the implications of this emerging technology in different areas of particle physics. The Quantum Computing Technology (QCT) group at IFAE hosts a complete laboratory to perform experiments controlling superconducting qubits, including dilution refrigerators, and instrumentation for microwave signal generation and acquisition. The group also has access to a metal evaporator exclusively used to produce superconducting quantum devices. The QCT group is involved in project QRADEs for the use of qubits as detectors of particle physics events. /p h3Required skills /h3 ul liA Ph D in Astronomy, Physics or a closely related field. /li liAt least 10 years of research experience after their Ph D. /li liHaving been awarded an international grant, such as a European Research Council grant or similar. /li liProven record of leading international projects. /li liOutstanding communication skills in English. /li liOther valued but not required aspects for this position are: Experience in scientific management of research projects. /li liParticipation in the organization of international events and conferences. /li liParticipation in peer-review processes of publications and grants.



/li /ul h3Participation in diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives /h3 pParticipation in diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. /p h3What will be your role? /h3 pThe successful candidate will lead the QCT group at IFAE. /p pIn this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for attracting funding to cover their effort as well as that of the members of the team. /p h3Evaluation criteria /h3 h3Points /h3 pOverall quality of the CV 100 /p h3Offered contract /h3 pFull-time position (40 hours/week). /p h3Permanent contract /h3 pThe candidate will work as a Senior Researcher included in the professional group INVEST. /p h3TITULAR (R3) /h3 pTITULAR (R3). /p pThe gross salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications. The selected person is expected to join IFAE on September 1st, ****. /p h3Benefits and Opportunities /h3 ul liWork on world-leading experimental scientific projects. /li liOpportunity to gain first-hand experience. /li liPersonal growth, innovation, and continuous learning. /li /ul h3Application submission /h3 pCandidates are required to have a Ph D degree in Astronomy or Physics and an excellent CV. /p pThey should provide a full CV, sent by email to ****** and including in the subject: IFAE*******_QCT-IFAE_Investigador Titular /p pIFAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and social integration of people with a disability. /p pWe welcome applications from all qualified candidates. /p pPeople from groups that are typically underrepresented in the labour market in general and in Science and Engineering in particular, such as women, minorities, or people with a disability, are particularly encouraged to apply. /p pIn compliance with article 121 of the Spanish Public Sector Legal Regime Act, staff with a pre-existing relationship with the Consortium administration (Generalitat de Catalunya and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona) will have priority in the awarding of the position. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Researcher Position At Ifae'S Quantum Computing Technology (Qct) Group (Barcelona)
🏢 IFAE
📍 Barcelona