Research Assistant

Job Purpose

We welcome applications for a Research Assistant position in the Electronics and Nanoscale Engineering Division, at the University of Glasgow, UK. Through this position, you will make a contribution to a project aiming at the development of a new type of superconducting quantum circuits and their integration with cryogenic electronics addressing the challenges of scalability, stability and integration of quantum computing. You will have access to our world-class facilities at the Electronics and Nanoscale Engineering Division, Centre for Quantum Technology as well as the state-of-the-art nanofabrication facilities at the James Watt Nanofabrication Centre (JWNC) of the University of Glasgow. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the daily supervision of PhD students within the team, formulate and submit research publications and research proposals, and help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Informal inquiries are welcome and shall be directed to the Principal Investigator, Dr Kaveh Delfanazari ([email protected]).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of PI, Dr Kaveh Delfanazari:

1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.

2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, and drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4. Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.

5. Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.

6. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/ group/ meetings/ seminars/ workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.

7. Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.

8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.

9. Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.

10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.

11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

12. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

13. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent. Specialist theoretical or practical knowledge of superconducting or semiconducting quantum circuits, low noise and high frequency cryogenic electronics, clean room technologies, and micro and nanofabrication.

A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism.

A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism of Josephson junctions-based devices and circuits, superconducting or semiconducting quantum circuits, cryogenic electronics, CMOS or FPGA technology, micro/nanofabrication, low noise high-frequency characterisation and measurements.

A4 Knowledge of using high-frequency simulation packages for nanodevice and circuit design and modelling.

Desirable

B1 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in subject specialism or equivalent.

Skills

Essential:

C1 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.

C2 Good programming skills and experience in deploying machine learning techniques in quantum device and circuit design and modelling.

C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.

C4 Extensive data analysis/interpretation skills.

C5 Self motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.

C6 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.

Experience

Essential:

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience [or equivalent] appropriate to an early career researcher

E2 Experience in targeting, publishing and presentation of research results in at least one quality journal/conference.

E3 Experience developing and deploying techniques using high-frequency simulation packages, using nanofabrication techniques and tools for quantum devices and circuit fabrication, high frequency and low noise characterisation and cryogenic measurements.

Desirable:

F1 Experience in working in cleanrooms,

F2 Experience in developing and deploying appropriate micro and nanofabrication techniques for high quality quantum device realisation,

F3 Experience in cryogenic DC/RF spectroscopy.

Closing date:  19 February 2024.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £32,332 - £36,024 per annum.

This post is full time, and has funding for up to 1 year, in the first instance.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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