Drive the Next Generation of Quantum Connectivity
Join the team shaping the future of quantum communications. We are seeking an exceptional Senior or Principal Scientist to join the Quantum Information group within the Quantum Technologies Department. This is an opportunity to contribute to research with national impact at the frontier of quantum photonic and quantum-secured technologies to build the next ‑generation quantum networks.
Our group advances the science and metrology underpinning cutting ‑edge quantum technologies, developing world ‑leading test and evaluation capabilities that support both industry and academia. You will be joining us at a transformative moment as we build a quantum network testbed, an initiative delivered in collaboration with leading UK and international partners.
In this permanent role, you will help define the scientific vision and technical roadmap for quantum networking, shaping both the research direction and the broader impact of NPL’s quantum network testbed. You will work closely with colleagues across NPL as well as global research and industrial stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities (dependent on experience)
• Lead strategic direction and cutting ‑edge research across quantum networks, including their design, operation and testing.
• Identify pathways to commercial impact and cultivate a strong network of customers, collaborators, and industrial partners.
• Work with the science leadership team to shape NPL’s long ‑term vision for the scientific and commercial impact of the quantum network testbed.
• Lead and develop high ‑performing, multidisciplinary teams.
• Establish and sustain collaborations with internal groups and external partners.
• Raise NPL’s visibility through publications, conferences, and external representation.
• Lead successful bids aligned with NPL’s and national strategic growth priorities.
• Champion inclusive, collaborative working practices.
• Represent NPL externally and promote our quantum capabilities.