Photonics Engineer or Physicist

Job summary

A short-term position is available for an engineer or physicist with expertise in integrated photonics to support a project focused on a photonic quantum computing platform. The role involves managing the final stages of a large EU project aimed at developing a photonic quantum processor.

Qualifications

• PhD in integrated photonics, quantum optics, or a related field
• Experience in similar roles is preferred
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proactive and diligent work ethic

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day project management and coordination with partners
• Conduct technical work in the lab, including maintenance of integrated photonics systems
• Perform detailed characterization of chips from project partners
• Integrate external devices into the quantum computing platform
• Write technical reports and deliverables
• Participate in consortium meetings and assist PhD students with lab projects

Skills

• Experience with integrated photonics and quantum optics
• Project management and coordination skills
• Technical writing proficiency

Education

• PhD in a relevant field

Tools

• Integrated photonics systems
• Homodyne detectors
• Photon counters
• Feed-forward systems