Photonic Quantum Technologies — Assistant/Associate Prof

Heriot-Watt University; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor of Photonic Quantum Technologies. The role focuses on optical/photonic quantum technologies and quantum networks, with teaching duties across physics and engineering programmes.

The successful candidate will lead an independent research programme, secure external funding, supervise students, and contribute to the IQN Hub and EPS activities.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in physics or closely related field with specialization in quantum optics, photonics or quantum communications.
• Potential to develop and sustain a leading research programme with high-quality outputs.
• Ability to contribute to teaching in core physics and engineering programmes.
• Record of published research and ability to secure funding as PI (for Associate Professor).

Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally leading research programme in optical/photonic quantum technologies.
• Pursue external grant funding and build collaborations with diverse partners.
• Engage in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within EPS.
• Lead and mentor students and research staff; contribute to teaching materials and assessments.
• Participate in academic administration and recruitment initiatives.

Skills

Quantum optics

Photonics

Quantum communications

Teaching

Education

PhD in Physics or closely related discipline

Job description

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor of Photonic Quantum Technologies. The role focuses on optical/photonic quantum technologies and quantum networks, with teaching duties across physics and engineering programmes.

The successful candidate will lead an independent research programme, secure external funding, supervise students, and contribute to the IQN Hub and EPS activities.