Quantum Systems Student Assistant - CIPHER - Fall 2026

Job Description The Quantum Systems (QS) Division of the Georgia Tech Research Institute's Cybersecurity, Information Protection, and Hardware Evaluation Research (CIPHER) Lab is seeking highly-motivated undergraduate Student Assistants to work on various projects in applied quantum science and engineering for Fall 2026. Our research portfolio includes funded programs in trapped‑ion quantum computing, simulation, and sensing; quantum magnetometry and electrometry; molecular data storage technology; mass spectrometry and chemical sensing; and optical communications technology. Our researchers come from diverse technical backgrounds including physics, chemistry, engineering, optical science, mathematics, and computer science. Students from all such backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Some exposure to quantum mechanics and/or atomic and optical physics is preferred but not strictly required. General technical skills that are useful include computer programming, digital and analog electronics, and optical instrumentation. The candidate will be expected to work independently and effectively in a highly collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team environment. Required Minimum Qualifications Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry, engineering, computer science, or related field Must be registered for at least 6 credit hours with your university during working semesters 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA Preferred Qualifications Experience in 1 or more programming languages Some familiarity with analog and/or digital electronics Exposure through coursework or research to optical instrumentation, atomic physics, and/or quantum theory Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas Ability to manage one's own time and tasking within a collaborative team environment Hours per Week 10-20 hours per week U.S. Citizenship Requirements None Clearance Type Required None Housing and Relocation Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI)