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UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
The postdoctoral scholar will carry out experiments to manipulate and stabilize logical qubits encoded in Josephson junction-based qubit/cavity systems under the supervision of Prof. Chen Wang. Responsibilities include device design, micro-fabrication, microwave measurements, signal processing, and data analysis, with a division of effort tuned to the candidate's expertise and interest.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a CV and arrange for one (1) letter of reference to be submitted before the closing date. Applications should be submitted before May 10, 2024 (11.59pmET).
As part of a commitment to their own multicultural community, CNS seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace university initiatives and aspirations. ()
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