Purpose of Role
The Edinburgh Mostly Quantum Lab seeks a talented and motivated scientist for carrying out experiments and field tests in multi-party entanglement-based quantum networking. The project is expected to lead to technological progress and high-impact scientific publications. The work will be conducted within the UK Quantum Technology Hub in Integrated Quantum Networks (IQN) under the supervision of Prof Alessandro Fedrizzi.
The application requires a CV and a cover letter explaining the motivation/interest in this project to be submitted through the university portal. Candidates are invited to specifically highlight in their applications how they fulfil the essential criteria for the post, listed below.
We especially encourage applications from women and other underrepresented groups in Physics.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
The post holder is required to:
1. Carry out experiments implementing entanglement-based multi-party quantum networking protocols.
2. Conduct quantum communication field over deployed fibre links.
3. Carry out other general tasks involved in scientific research as analysis and interpretation of data, and daily oversight of the activities of postgraduate and undergraduate project students in the laboratory.
4. Carry out the research project to a high standard by: Meeting planned milestones and deliverables.Reporting progress regularly to supervisors, both verbally and in written reportsKeeping clear written records of work done and storing data in accessible formats according to a system agreed with the project supervisor.
5. Collaborate with partners within the project and others as appropriate
6. The post holder will join the Edinburgh Mostly Quantum Lab and will be expected to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment; this involves shared use of laboratory equipment (therefore effective communication between group members is essential).
7. Assist the development of student research skills and contribute to the assessment of student knowledge in the context of teaching and supervision duties.
8. Maintain and develop collaborations with internal and external partners in the field.
9. Attend group and project meetings, communicating progress on a regular basis. Deliver presentations to project collaborators and the wider research community. Regular short-term travels to visit collaborators and attend international conferences are thus expected and funding to cover caring costs are available.
10. Write high quality research papers in English for the scientific literature.
11. Disseminate results of research in peer reviewed journals and conferences, and/or other appropriate media.
Essential & Desirable Criteria
Essential
12. A PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or other relevant subjects. Candidates must have submitted their doctoral thesis before starting in post.
13. The ideal candidate will have a strong experimental background in one or more of the following fields: experimental quantum photonics, quantum communications.
14. A record of high-quality publications, relative to opportunity, in the above-mentioned fields.
15. Commitment to adopting principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
Desirable
16. Previous experience with one or more of the following:Entangled photon source developmentEntanglement based quantum communication Quantum communication field tests
17. Experience in leading the writing of scientific papers.
18. Evidence of ability, subject to opportunity, to guide other researchers, e.g. PhD students and undergraduate project students.
19. Capability to be self-directed and think innovatively.