Department of Commerce

Quantum Network Research Physicist

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Sponsorship not specified$85k-$133kDetected 5 days ago

ResearchLab Research

About the role

NIST is seeking a Quantum Network Research Physicist to advance the future of quantum networking and secure communications. Conduct research that supports the development of quantum measurement methods, networking technologies, and standards that enable reliable quantum information transfer and accelerate innovation across industry. This notice is issued
under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.

or related degree that included at least 24 semester hours in physics.
AND In addition to the basic qualifications above, applicants must possess one of the following to qualify: A.
One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level (ZP-II at NIST).
Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR C.
community, student, social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.
If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

NIST is seeking a Quantum Network Research Physicist to advance the future of quantum networking and secure communications.
This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.

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