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Theorectical Physicist Postdoc For Distributed Quantum Computing at Physics World
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Theorectical Physicist Postdoc for Distributed Quantum Computing - 104945 Division: SN-Scientific Networking A recently funded collaborative project between the ESnet division of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) and QuEra Computing is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to explore a novel optical interconnect approach for distributed quantum computing with neutral atoms.
This research aims to integrate atomic ensemble qubits into optical tweezer arrays of single atoms, enabling quantum networking between state-of-the-art quantum processors and paving the way for scalable quantum computers.
This project will involve theoretical and numerical analysis of Rydberg mediated interactions of a single atom with a micro-ensemble of atoms that can be used to collectively emit and store single photons for high-rate, high fidelity remote entanglement without the need of optical resonators.
As a Postdoc on this project, you will play a central role in advancing this cutting-edge research and collaborate closely with researchers and engineers from both the ESnet and QuEra teams.
Your work will directly influence the experimental and engineering directions needed to realize large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers.
Titled “Scalable Neutral-Atom Quantum Computing via Local-Area Quantum Communications Enabled by Atomic Ensemble Qubits,” this two-year DOE-funded initiative brings together leading experts from ESnet—developers of one of the largest quantum networking testbeds—and QuEra, a pioneering quantum computing startup.
This government–industry collaboration offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of data center–scale quantum computing by leveraging QuEra’s state-of-the-art technologies and the dynamic research environments of LBNL and the University of California, Berkeley.
What You Will Do Develop theoretical frameworks for quantum light-matter interactions in the context of distributed quantum computing; Model and analyze Rydberg-mediated interactions for both single-atom and ensemble qubits; Analyze optical trapping and transport dynamics of single atoms and ensembles; Evaluate and benchmark atomic ensemble qubits as optical quantum memories and deterministic single-photon sources for high-rate, high-fidelity remote entanglement between quantum processors; Investigate the integration of ensemble qubits into multi-zone processor architectures to enable scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computing; Collaborate closely with experimentalists and engineers to guide the development and implementation of networked quantum processors.
- Role: Theorectical Physicist Postdoc for Distributed Quantum Computing
- Company: Physics World
- Location: Berkeley, CA
- Job found on: 7th of September, 2025
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