Research Associate / Senior Research Associate in Quantum Communications Systems

The role

Are you a talented individual with experience in Quantum Communications, Experimental Quantum Technologies, Photonics, Telecommunications, Electronics, Software Development, or Quantum Optics? Join our team in developing cutting-edge quantum communication and quantum key distribution (QKD) technologies.

As a member of our team, you will help design, build and test QKD systems for various applications, including satellite-based and fibre-based systems. You will also have the opportunity to work on large-scale quantum networks, photonic chips for QKD, and novel QKD protocols.

We are looking for a Research Associate (Grade I) or Senior Research Associate (Grade J), with funding until November 2025 and potential for extension. Apply now to be part of a ground-breaking project and open the door to new opportunities beyond this role.

What will you be doing?

• You will contribute to the team at Bristol working on quantum communications technologies.
• You will have to opportunity to work closely with satellite based QKD systems including building the payload and ground based receiving station.
• You will have the opportunity to work with theoretical and experimental researchers within the university, as well as external collaborators and industrial partners.
• You will have day-to-day responsibility for the design and execution of experiments in collaboration with other members of QET Labs and the QComms Hub.
• Develop ideas for generating industrial impact from research projects, and present proposals to senior researchers and collaborators.
• You will significantly contribute towards preparation and submission of manuscripts, reports and presentations.

You should apply if

• Are interested in working at the cutting edge of quantum optics, photonics and quantum communication technologies.
• Have experience in some of the following areas: photonics, free space optics, packaging photonic chips, fibre optics, entanglement sources, DV/CV QKD, optical communication, electronics, programming, cyber security or other quantum technologies and related theoretical work.
• Have the ability to contribute ideas for projects delivering industrial or academic impact.
• Have a PhD (or working towards one) in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering, Physics, or other relevant discipline (or equivalent research experience).

Please see the Job Description for more details.

Additional information

For informal queries please contact Dr Siddarth Joshi (sk.joshi@bristol.ac.uk).

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Closing date: 19 March 2024.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on 27 March 2024.