Overview:

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.   

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Project/Unit Description

GTRI is searching for a scientist to serve as Branch Head for the Quantum Devices Branch of the Quantum Systems Division (QSD) within CIPHER Lab. QSD has approximately 40 full time researchers with expertise in physics and related engineering and science disciplines. QSD currently conducts research in four basic areas: (1) feasibility and resource requirements of quantum computing applications; (2) experimental implementations of quantum computing, particularly with trapped ions; (3) quantum device development including vapor cell sensors, atomic clocks, mass spec, and nanofabrication; and (4) energy storage technology, assessments, and model-based systems engineering of supply chains and built environments. QSD researchers frequently contribute to projects in other GTRI labs and CIPHER divisions involving research in topics including artificial intelligence and machine learning, communications, biophysics, security, and optics. The research group is actively involved in conferences, has ongoing university, industry, and national laboratory collaborations, and has a growing list of publications in the quantum sciences field.

The responsibilities of the Quantum Devices Branch Head are primarily in management duties associated with approximately nine branch scientists and on actively performing research programs. Successful execution in this position requires a thorough understanding of the technologies underpinning QSD’s research and their ultimate applicability to end users, as well as an appreciation of related technical fields in which the division can grow. The successful candidate will also have experience in business development and program management. The position is based in Atlanta, GA on Georgia Tech’s main campus. Travel is required in presenting research, developing business, meeting with customers and demonstrating applied solutions.

Job Purpose

Lead multiple sponsored research projects. Manage Branch (7-15 FTE) administrative activities including hiring, appraisals and sponsored project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Engagement with sponsor to understand their needs
• Supporting tours and technical meetings with existing or potential sponsors
• Development of white-papers to support program development
• Development of proposals for new research efforts

Additional Responsibilities

Management duties include:

• Mentoring branch employees in technical and program development areas
• Approving branch employee timesheets, travel requests, and conducting performance appraisals
• Recruitment/Hiring

Program Development duties include:

• Engagement with sponsor to understand their needs
• Supporting tours and technical meetings with existing or potential sponsors
• Development of white-papers to support program development
• Development of proposals for new research efforts

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree in physics, quantum information science, or related field
• Significant demonstrated experience in leading research projects, managing and mentoring researchers
• Demonstrated technical achievements in the research related to QSD technical areas

Preferred Qualifications

• preferred education: PhD in physics, quantum information science, or related field
• preferred experience: 5+ years relevant full time experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance

Travel Requirements

<10% travel

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 0-14 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

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