Quantum Physicist

Lazarus Naturals was founded in 2016 to provide safe and accessible CBD products for everyone who would benefit from them, regardless of their financial situation and ability to pay, which is why we provide a 60% Assistance Program to veterans and people with disabilities or low-incomes. In order to maintain an affordable price point and our commitment to accessibility for all, we have built a vertically integrated business model, which allows us to walk our talk of developing quality, affordable products - from product inception, development, seed, farming, extraction, finished production formulation and packaging, and distribution. Cycling Frog, founded in 2022, is normalizing the consumption of casual use THC products. We are on a mission to make THC convenient, affordable, and fun by making a sessionable THC beverage similar in price as a beer or soda. We want to change the way THC is consumed and viewed by our society by focusing on lower potency, ready to drink beverages that can easily fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Under the Federal Farm Bill it is legal to sell these low potency THC products across all 50 states via the internet, and anywhere you can grab a beer. Etz Hayim Holdings, S.P.C d/b/a Lazarus Naturals is looking for an Emulsion Scientist to support the design and development of emulsion technologies for use in infused beverage applications. Etz Hayim operates the brands Cycling Frog and Lazarus Naturals, as well as a comprehensive  operation that spans farming over 300 acres of hemp, extraction, chemical processing, packaging and warehousing to support both brands and private label customers. Reports To The Emulsion Scientist will report to the Director of Research and Development.   Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Emulsion Scientist to join our product development team, specializing in the design, development, and optimization of emulsion systems for beverage applications. This role requires expertise in both process engineering and formulation science, with a particular focus on creating stable, flavor-neutral emulsions for carbonated beverages and other complex beverage matrices. Responsibilities and Duties ●         Design and develop innovative emulsion systems for various beverage applications, with emphasis on a robust stability profile across diverse beverage matrices, scalability, raw material and labor costing, and throughput. ●         Optimize emulsion formulations to achieve minimal flavor impact while maintaining excellent stability and functionality. ●         Characterize beverage raw materials and establish acceptance criteria to ensure minimal impact on emulsion stability and strengthen supply chain aspects of beverage production. ●         Design and optimize emulsification processes including high-pressure homogenization, sonication, and other advanced emulsification techniques ●         Scale emulsion processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial production scales. ●         Document bench scale processes and aggregate data for presentation and evaluation by R&D, Production and Senior Leadership teams. ●         Troubleshoot process-related stability issues and implement corrective solutions. ●         Establish critical process parameters and develop robust manufacturing protocols ●         Work cross-functionally with manufacturing teams to ensure consistent emulsion quality and performance. ●         Conduct comprehensive stability testing including accelerated aging, thermal cycling, and long-term storage studies ●         Analyze emulsion properties including, but not limited to,  high performance liquid chromatography, particle size distribution, various light scattering techniques, and zeta potential ●         Set data-driven specifications for formulations based on manufacturing and analytical capabilities. ●         Work closely with beverage development teams to integrate emulsion systems into final product formulations ●         Support manufacturing operations with technical expertise and troubleshooting, including investigation and resolution of stability failures through systematic root cause analysis ●         As business needs evolve, realize and initiate process optimization opportunities, creating ways to reduce production affiliated costs - for example, batch size adjustments, increasing cannabinoid concentration within nanoemulsions while improving stability and  shelf-life evaluation.   Requirements Requirements ●        Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Materials Science, or related field ●        5-7 years of experience in emulsion science and engineering, preferably in food and beverage applications ●        Proven track record of developing stable emulsions for beverage systems, particularly carbonated applications ●        Extensive experience with emulsification equipment including high-pressure homogenizers, microfluidizers, and ultrasonic processors ●        Proficiency in emulsion characterization techniques such as particle size analysis, microscopy, and rheometry ●        Strong knowledge of surfactant chemistry and stabilizer functionality ●        Experience with pH-sensitive and carbonation-stable emulsion systems ●        Expertise in developing emulsions with minimal flavor impact and sensory neutrality ●        Strong knowledge of GxP and QMS requirements ●        Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills. Experience with patents and IP protections is a plus. Benefits Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance) Employee discount program Fully stocked kitchen 401(k) plan FSA & commuter benefits This is a full-time role based in Seattle, Washington. Please note, we will not consider applicants outside the immediate area. Interested parties are encouraged to include a cover letter detailing why you think you could be a great fit, along with an updated resume. Thanks, and we look forward to hearing from you. Veterans strongly encouraged to apply. Lazarus Naturals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please reach out to hr@lazarusnaturals.com

PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (Psychiatry Department) We are conducting a 12-week clinical trial to see if the medication Guanfacine XR (an FDA approved drug used to treat ADHD) vs. a placebo (sugar pill) can help reduce alcohol craving and drinking. A potential subject: • Is 18 years or older • Struggles with alcohol use • Is Male or Female Click the link to complete the eligibility survey: https://redcap.link/axzyv6om Or call one of our Research Assistants @ 317-274-0851 or 317-274-0837 If Eligible, your participation will include: • Stop by for an in person visit to complete a physical & answer some questionnaires • Be randomly assigned to either guanfacine or placebo • Completing daily tasks (short surveys, urine screening, and medication intake) remotely • Attending 2 brief remote visits each week for 12 weeks In appreciation of your time you can receive up to $1,300 (based on participation) Principle Investigator: Helen Fox Ph.D. IRB #24432

This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. At Mindrift, innovation meets opportunity. We believe in using the power of collective intelligence to ethically shape the future of AI. What we do The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe. About the Role Generative AI models are improving very quickly, and one of our goals is to make them capable of addressing specialized questions and achieving complex reasoning skills. Although every project is unique, you might typically: Content Creation & Refinement: Create and refine content to ensure accuracy and relevance across a variety of topics in Physics, while also developing references and examples of tasks. Experts Acquisition: Assess the qualification tests of experts, ensuring their competency. Chat Moderation: Provide support by addressing project-related questions from other experts in Discord chats, especially those related to project guidelines. Auditing Work: Review and evaluate tasks completed by other experts, ensuring they align with project guidelines. Provide constructive feedback, verify expertise-related information, and edit content as necessary to improve quality. How to get started Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects aligned with your skills, on your own schedule. From creating training prompts to refining model responses, you’ll help shape the future of AI while ensuring technology benefits everyone. Requirements You have a Master’s or PhD degree in Physics. You have at least 5 years of professional experience. Your level of English is advanced (C1) or above. Experience in Generative AI/Prompt engineering/Reviewing You are ready to learn new methods, able to switch between tasks and topics quickly and sometimes work with challenging, complex guidelines. Our freelance role is fully remote so, you just need a laptop, internet connection, time available and enthusiasm to take on a challenge. Benefits Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you? Take part in a part-time, remote, freelance project that fits around your primary professional or academic commitments. Work on advanced AI projects and gain valuable experience that enhances your portfolio. Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise.

Job Title: Laboratory Technician for Agricultural Soils Location: Santa Paula Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Agricultural Soils Laboratory Technician to join our team for an entry-level position . In this hands-on role, you will support soil testing and analysis to ensure accurate and reliable results for agricultural applications. This position offers a great opportunity for individuals with an interest in agricultural science and laboratory work. Key Responsibilities: Sample Preparation: Prepare and process soil samples for laboratory analysis, ensuring all samples are properly labeled and documented. Chemist Support: Assist chemists and laboratory staff with the preparation of various soil analyses. Additional Tasks: Assist with other laboratory-related duties and tasks as assigned, which may include data entry and general lab clean-up. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50lbs as part of daily responsibilities. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Background in agriculture, chemistry, or a related field is preferred but not required. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Competitive hourly wage: $16.50 – $17.50 Full-time position with health, dental, vision, and 401K.

Infleqtion is on a mission to commercialize atom-based quantum technologies that deliver orders-of-magnitude improvements in sensing and computing applications. As a deep-tech startup, we embrace a results-driven, fast-paced, and customer-focused approach to innovation. We are seeking self-motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem-solving and technical skills to help drive our Quantum Computing mission forward. We encourage applications from experimental physicists with expertise in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics, particularly those with experience in the coherent control of quantum systems such as ultracold atoms, trapped ions, and diamond NV centers. Role and responsibilities Design, build, calibrate and maintain Quantum Computers based on neutral atoms. Participate and/or lead Research and Development projects for laser systems, Quantum Processing Units, quantum gate protocols, etc. for Quantum Computers. Create, test, and validate mathematical models of atomic physics behavior, and use the results to inform system design by translating high-level system requirements into specialized engineering subsystems. Self-start and successfully execute on a new R&D activity given a well-defined goal and constraints (e.g. resources, timeframe): gather requirements from stakeholders, drive definition of solution space, drive project execution. Develop, test, run, and debug software for conducting experiments and system tuning in production. Design, assemble, and test laser and optical systems. Ownership of subsystems to maintain high availability and high performance. Mentor and teach junior team members as indirect reports. Supervise interns. Requirements PhD in atomic physics, optical physics, or related field; or equivalent related professional experience (4+ years); If you have substantially more experience than this and are excited to apply, please do! We will also consider hiring at the Senior Quantum Physicist level. Proficiency in using tools commonly found in an atomic physics lab, such as lasers, acousto-optic modules, RF signal generators and analyzers, and ultra-high-vacuum systems. Proficiency in writing Python code for running physics experiments. Proficiency in calculating atom-light interaction for input laser specifications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff at all levels of company hierarchy. Excellent collaboration skills, ability to work in an agile efficient team environment where engagement, feedback, and participation are an expected part of successful job performance. Demonstrated problem solving skills and fast learning rate. Ability to work both autonomously—taking high-level goals as input to develop and execute an optimal plan while gathering necessary resources—and collaboratively, by soliciting and incorporating input from colleagues.  It is a plus if you have: Experience in operating high power CW laser (> 1 Watt) and/or short-wavelength visible laser (Experience with characterization and mitigation of laser frequency and intensity noise Experience with analog electronics and use of servo loops for laser and subsystem stabilization Experience with image projection through a high numerical aperture (NA) imaging system Experience in integrating heterogeneous subsystems for a complex physics experiment Familiarity with Git, Linux, and command line interface (CLI) tools Enthusiasm for staying up-to-date with latest developments in AMO physics and reviewing relevant papers for the team Note This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations for quantum computing technology. Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license. WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment and around technical equipment including computers and lasers.  We ask that candidates be able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person).  Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be properly used in accordance with company requirements. TRAVEL Up to 10% travel may be required. Benefits The targeted salary range for this role is $115,000 to $165,000 on an annualized basis plus eligibility to participate in our annual incentive plan. In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes: 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs Employer funded Health Savings Account Unlimited Paid Time Off 401(k) Matching Programs Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance Flexible Healthcare Savings Account Paid FMLA Leave Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Employer Assistance Program Student Loan Repayment Equal Opportunity Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin color, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Contact Information If this opportunity interests you and you fit the job description, please submit an application. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please feel free to contact us at hr@coldquanta.com.

The pesticide IPM technician job consists of managing and controlling all aspects of integrated pest management. This is a dynamic position because of the diversity of pest management to be done by working with different kinds of chemicals and applying the chemicals for the right amount of time. Our operation includes Retail, Wholesale contractor’s yard, Wholesale Nursery growing and shipping nationwide. We are looking for an experienced, licensed applicator for our nursery. Applicant must be experienced with insecticide, fungicide and herbicide applications. Our crops are woody ornamentals, perennials, field and container grown. Ability to keep good records and have safe working habits. We have very good equipment, air blast sprayers, tank sprayers on tractors and trucks. The perfect applicant would have minimum of 3 years working in a nursery doing pesticide application. Spanish / English a plus. Compensation based on experience. We offer health insurance, paid vacation/holidays. Responsibilities: • Applying chemical to plants and trees • Knowing what kinds of chemical to use • Mixing chemicals safely if needed • Knowing how long to apply chemical for • Reporting to pesticide IPM manager • Following all orders given by IPM manager Qualifications: • Minimum of 3 year doing pesticide IPM work at a nursery A Plus: • Integrated Pest Management License • Horticulture degree Benefits: • Time and a half after 40 hours • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vacation pay • Sick pay • After 90 days, holiday pay