An innovative quantum computing company developing advanced photonic technologies is seeking a Junior Research Scientist to join its growing research and development team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career experimental physicist or engineer who is passionate about quantum technologies and eager to contribute to the development of next-generation computing systems.
Working alongside experienced scientists and engineers, you will support the design, execution, and optimisation of cutting-edge experiments involving quantum states of light, photonic systems, and quantum hardware platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the setup, operation, and optimisation of laboratory experiments focused on quantum optics and photonic technologies.
- Build, align, and maintain optical systems and experimental testbeds.
- Develop and maintain Python-based tools for data acquisition, instrument control, automation, and analysis.
- Analyse experimental results, identify trends, and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
- Support troubleshooting and performance improvement activities across optical and electronic systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to transition research outcomes into scalable technology platforms.
- Maintain accurate experimental documentation and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Quantum Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Hands-on laboratory experience in quantum optics, photonics, AMO physics, or related experimental fields.
- Strong Python programming skills for scientific computing, automation, or instrumentation control.
- Experience analysing experimental data and solving complex technical problems.
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative research environment.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with lasers, fibre optics, interferometry, or nonlinear optics.
- Familiarity with photonic components, optical instrumentation, and experimental control systems.
- Exposure to quantum information science, quantum computing, or quantum communications.
- Publications, research projects, or industry experience in experimental quantum technologies.
This role offers the opportunity to work with world-class scientists and engineers on commercially relevant quantum technologies, with strong opportunities for professional development and career growth.