Research Scientist in Quantum Communications - Milton of Abercairny - Toshiba EMEA

Description

Toshiba Europe Ltd have been at the forefront of research in quantum technology, particularly quantum communications and quantum key distribution (QKD) for the past two decades.

During this time they have made many breakthroughs, such as record high quantum communication bit rates, seamless classical-quantum network integration and the invention of new approaches for record long distances.

Recently, Toshiba launched a new business unit to commercialise research outcomes and Toshiba QKD systems are now deployed in telecommunication networks across the world.

We invite applications for a Research Scientist (or Senior Research Scientist, depending on experience) position at the Cambridge Research Laboratory, working in the area of next-generation fibre‐optic quantum communication systems with significantly enhanced performance and new functionality, including new protocols such as Twin‐Field QKD (TF‐QKD).

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team and play a leading role in developing new quantum communication technologies, leveraging ideas across the fields of quantum, optics, electronics and communications to design, conduct and analyse frontier quantum experiments.

Research outcomes will be published in leading academic journals and presented at international conferences, alongside technology transfer to Toshiba's quantum business division.

Responsibilities Devising new schemes and building prototypes for quantum communications, QKD, TF‐QKD and quantum networkingBuilding optical systems including lasers, modulators, detectors, optical fibres etc.

and interfacing with high‐speed RF electronicsDesigning and implementing software to control experimental set ups and to simulate optical/quantum systemsInterfacing with other team members to coordinate supporting high‐speed RF electronics and programmable logic (FPGA)Mentoring PhD students and junior staffAnalysing experimental data, writing scientific papers, and delivering technical presentations, internally and internationallyCommunicating with collaborators in the UK, Europe and JapanSkills & Experience – Essential PhD in Physics, Electronic Engineering or related disciplineSeveral years of hands‐on research experience in optical and/or quantum systemsProven competence developing experimental setups using optical and electronic hardwareTrack record of impactful research in photonic/quantum systems or devicesDeep knowledge of optics, fibre optics and electronicsGood communication skills, both written and verbalEnthusiasm to learn new skills and pursue new knowledge, and a self‐starter team‐player mindsetSkills & Experience – Desirable Knowledge and experience of quantum technologies, especially QKDUnderstanding of optical communications, networking and/or cryptographyCompetence in one or more software programming languages (e.g.

Python) and version control platforms (e.g. git)Electronics design experience (e.g. PCB design / FPGA development)

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