Senior Scientist, Quantum Photonics & QPICs

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd; Suomi; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

VTT is seeking a Research Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Quantum Enabling team. You will develop and manage research and projects in integrated photonics for quantum technologies, and engage with industry partners to build market-ready solutions.

You will lead portfolio development, collaborate across disciplines, supervise junior staff, and help secure research funding. Strong background in photonics, QPICs, detectors, and EO modulators, plus excellent English, are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in photonics, quantum, physics, electronics or closely related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience or close collaboration with industry players.
• Expertise in design, fabrication, and characterization of detectors and fast EO modulators.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing a research portfolio on integrated photonics supporting quantum technologies.
• Optical and electro-optical characterization of active PICs.
• Wafer scale fabrication process development and process integration for QPICs.
• Identify new research opportunities and build a strong national and EU network with academy and industry.
• Build knowledge base on device and system level QPICs within the team.
• Initiate new project opportunities and collaborate in research teams.
• Supervise and tutor junior team members.

Skills

Integrated photonics

QPICs

Detectors

EO modulators

English communication

Education

PhD in photonics/quantum/physics/electronics

Job description

VTT is seeking a Research Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Quantum Enabling team. You will develop and manage research and projects in integrated photonics for quantum technologies, and engage with industry partners to build market-ready solutions.

You will lead portfolio development, collaborate across disciplines, supervise junior staff, and help secure research funding. Strong background in photonics, QPICs, detectors, and EO modulators, plus excellent English, are essential.