ARLIS Quantum Research Professional

About the role

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland seeks qualified candidates with expertise in quantum information science to join its multidisciplinary research team. This evergreen posting invites applicants at all experience levels to contribute to government‑sponsored projects that accelerate quantum technology applications for national intelligence and security.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct applied research in quantum information science and supporting technologies.
• Critically evaluate emerging quantum computing, sensing, and networking technologies for DoD and intelligence community applications.
• Experimentally test and assess quantum hardware such as optical clocks, magnetometers, and post‑quantum cryptography modules.
• Develop quantum algorithms, perform applications analysis, and support systems engineering for quantum solutions.
• Engage in literature research, analysis, and reporting on quantum technology advancements.
• Support workforce development programs to train quantum‑smart professionals.

Required profile

• Demonstrated expertise in quantum information science, quantum computing, quantum sensing, or quantum networking.
• Research interests and background aligned with ARLIS’s mission to advance quantum technologies for national security.
• Applicants at any experience level are welcome.

Required skills

• Quantum computing and algorithm development.
• Quantum sensing, metrology, and hardware testing.
• Quantum networking concepts.
• Systems engineering and applications analysis.
• Literature research and technical analysis in quantum technologies.