Experimental Physicist
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationBoston
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentDevices
Company size8+ people
PostedApr 17, 2026 · 6mo ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Apr 17, 202680% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ daysNo pay range listed, though Massachusetts requires one
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Experience designing and executing experiments for characterizing microelectronic devices and circuits (I-V characteristics, noise measurements, high-frequency response, temperature dependencies)
Proficiency in experimental signal processing and data analysis (filtering, FFT analysis, statistical analysis, and noise characterization)
Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, source-measure units, probe stations)
Experience with temperature-controlled measurements and understanding of device physics at varying temperature regimes
Strong background in developing custom measurement setups and automation scripts for data acquisition
Experience analyzing non-linear dynamics, stochastic processes, or analog computing primitives
Understanding of information theory, and statistical mechanics as applied to physical systems
Proficiency in data analysis programming with experience in scientific computing
Experience correlating experimental results with theoretical models and simulation data
Ability to work collaboratively with circuit designers to iterate on device and architecture designs
PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field with focus on experimental work
Experience with neuromorphic computing, analog computing, or unconventional computing architectures
Background in mesoscopic physics, semiconductor device physics, or quantum transport
Experience with high-speed digital sampling and real-time data processing
Familiarity with machine learning techniques for experimental data analysis and pattern recognition
Experience with CMOS device characterization or semiconductor fabrication processes
Publications demonstrating ability to extract physical insights from experimental data
Experience building or contributing to measurement databases and data pipelines for device characterization
This position will require access to information subject to control under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Please note that any offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive controlled items.
Skills
I-V characteristics
noise measurements
high-frequency response
temperature dependencies
experimental signal processing
data analysis
filtering
FFT analysis
statistical analysis
noise characterization
oscilloscopes
spectrum analyzers
network analyzers
signal generators
source-measure units
probe stations
temperature-controlled measurements
measurement setups
automation scripts for data acquisition
non-linear dynamics
stochastic processes
analog computing primitives
information theory
statistical mechanics
scientific computing
theoretical models
simulation data
circuit design
About the role
Extropic is hiring an Experimental Physicist to help characterize and validate our novel computing architectures. The ideal candidate would be someone with a deep understanding of experimental methodology, solid experience in microelectronics characterization, and strong signal processing and data analysis capabilities to extract insights from complex experimental data.
Required Experience
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Experience designing and executing experiments for characterizing microelectronic devices and circuits (I-V characteristics, noise measurements, high-frequency response, temperature dependencies)
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Proficiency in experimental signal processing and data analysis (filtering, FFT analysis, statistical analysis, and noise characterization)Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, source-measure units, probe stations)Experience temperature-controlled measurements and understanding of device physics at varying temperature regimes
•
Strong background in developing custom measurement setups and automation scripts for data acquisition
•
Experience analyzing non-linear dynamics, stochastic processes, or analog computing primitives
•
Understanding of information theory, and statistical mechanics as applied to physical systems
•
Proficiency in data analysis programming with experience in scientific computing Experience correlating experimental results with theoretical models and simulation data
•
Ability to work collaboratively with circuit designers to iterate on device and architecture designs
Preferred Experience
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PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field with focus on experimental work
•
Experience with neuromorphic computing, analog computing, or unconventional computing architectures
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Background in mesoscopic physics, semiconductor device physics, or quantum transport
•
Experience with high-speed digital sampling and real-time data processing
•
Familiarity with machine learning techniques for experimental data analysis and pattern recognition
•
Experience with CMOS device characterization or semiconductor fabrication processes
•
Publications demonstrating ability to extract physical insights from experimental data
•
Experience building or contributing to measurement databases and data pipelines for device characterization
Legal
This position will require access to information subject to control under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that any offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive controlled items.