Assistant/Associate Professor - Photonic Quantum Technologies

1000scholars; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Photonic Quantum Technologies to build an independent research programme and teach across physics and engineering. The role focuses on quantum networks and related areas, with leadership in IQaQS activities.

The successful candidate will secure external funding, supervise students, and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Salary in the GBP 47,389–69,488 range is advertised.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or closely related discipline with postdoctoral or industrial experience in quantum optics, photonics or quantum communications.
• Demonstrated potential to build an independent, funded research program.
• Ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in physics and engineering.
• Strong research record and ability to secure external funding as PI (for Associate Professor).

Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally leading research programme in quantum technologies.
• Actively pursue research funding through high-quality grant proposals.
• Establish collaborative links inside and outside the university with industry and funding bodies.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate, postgraduate students and researchers.
• Deliver lectures, tutorials and labs, and design teaching materials.

Skills

Research leadership

Communication skills

Teaching commitment

Collaboration

Grant writing

Education

PhD in Physics or closely related discipline

Postdoctoral or related experience in quantum optics/photonics/quantum communications

Job description

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Photonic Quantum Technologies to build an independent research programme and teach across physics and engineering. The role focuses on quantum networks and related areas, with leadership in IQaQS activities.

The successful candidate will secure external funding, supervise students, and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Salary in the GBP 47,389–69,488 range is advertised.