Quantum Cryogenic Interconnect Researcher

imec; Vlaams-Brabant; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive payroll

Long-term scientific career path

Job summary

Imec’s Exploratory devices and new materials unit expands R&D in quantum technology. We seek a researcher to strengthen the quantum interconnect team, bridging room temperature and cryogenic environments with modulators, detectors, and related devices.

The role involves designing, testing, and optimizing quantum devices, collaborating with system engineers and photonic specialists, and guiding PhD/master student projects.

Qualifications

• Completed PhD in Electronic Engineering, photonic engineering, or applied physics.
• Extensive theoretical knowledge of quantum devices and integrated photonics.
• Experience translating quantum system requirements to device designs.

Responsibilities

• Connect system specifications of quantum systems to device performance requirements.
• Translate device requirements into fabricable designs and test fabricated devices.
• Assist in writing and preparation of proposals for funded or bilateral projects.
• Guide development and daily activities of PhDs and master students.

Skills

Quantum devices

Integrated photonics

Device characterization

Project writing

Communications

Education

PhD in Electronic/Photonics/Applied Physics

Tools

Cleanroom

Job description

Imec’s Exploratory devices and new materials unit expands R&D in quantum technology. We seek a researcher to strengthen the quantum interconnect team, bridging room temperature and cryogenic environments with modulators, detectors, and related devices.

The role involves designing, testing, and optimizing quantum devices, collaborating with system engineers and photonic specialists, and guiding PhD/master student projects.