School of Mathematics and Physics Full-time, fixed-term Research Platform Academic position for up to 2 years Base salary will be in the range $80,448.78 - $107,104.10 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A) Based at our St Lucia campus About This Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Platform Fellow to play a key role in a new initiative funded by the Queensland State Government to establish The National Quantum Computing Testbed Facility (NQCT). NQCT partners with CSIRO to develop a quantum software stack and with several industry partners for microwave control and quantum chip manufacturing. NQCT will include a large team of interdisciplinary researchers in quantum sciences and technology with ample opportunities for scientific growth and collaboration with both academia and industry. As a Postdoctoral Research Platform Fellow, you will be a member of the hardware team and will take part in developing the quantum computing hardware with an emphasis on control and measurement. The position will offer access to state-of-art equipment and will help you to mature your profile in the field and be ready for the next step in your career, whether this is academia and/or industry. In collaboration with senior staff and stakeholders, key responsibilities will include: Contribute to the development of research design and proposals of the National Quantum Computing Testbed (NQCT). Provide expertise and knowledge to end-users of the NQCT for field-specific interpretation of research data, with an emphasis on control and measurement. Maintain a state-of-the-art NQCT infrastructure including all aspects of housekeeping, such as inductions, booking tool, waste disposal, sample storage and management, equipment maintenance schedule, and updating Facility website. Provide technical advice and support in the area of superconducting quantum computing to maximise research outcomes, with an emphasis on control and measurement. Set up new equipment and perform routine experiments, with an emphasis on control and measurement. Maintain accurate records, results and outcomes of experiments/technical activities and ensure compliance with approved research ethics protocols. Ensure safe design principles are applied to all activities of the Facility following established discipline guidelines. Contribute to research quality assurance, control and continuous improvement activities with up-to-date SOPs, with an emphasis on control and measurement. Train personnel in effective and appropriate use of the facility infrastructure. Ensure a high standard of occupational health and safety standards and systems, including equipment training registers, administration of research Facilities, inventories, reporting and investigating injuries, incidents and hazards and ensuring compliance with mandatory training and disclosures. Contribute to Facility culture and events through committee participation, event organisation, and meeting participation. This is a Research Focused, Platform Academic position. Further information on Research Platform Academics can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. P l ease return to this advertisement link as the recruitment booklet will be available to download shortly. In the meantime, please email talent@uq.edu.au if you have any questions about the booklet. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You You will have an emerging record in circuit-QED quantum computing (or relevant), demonstrating an increasing recognition for research platform impact and an interest in working in the superconducting quantum computing field. Candidates who may not meet all the below selection criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential in the role. The selection panel will consider both your potential and any performance relative to opportunity when assessing your suitability for this role. Completion or near completion of a PhD in the discipline area of experimental solid-state quantum computing or related field. An emerging profile in research in the area related to circuit QED and/or superconducting quantum circuits. Knowledge of theoretical principles of quantum control. Experience in experiments with microwave quantum control hardware in application to superconducting qubits. Experience in using hardware control software stack. Control software development experience is highly desirable. Experience in operation of dilution refrigerators and related infrastructure. Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and education check. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Arkady Fedorov via a.fedorov@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Resume Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close 19 May 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48642). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for late May/early June .