Postdoc: Quantum Networking with Trapped Ions & Photons

Quantum Computing Jobs UK; Falmer; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sussex invites applications for a 12-month full-time postdoctoral position in Experimental Quantum Technology. The successful candidate will join a team led by Prof Matthias Keller to develop an ion-photon interface using cavity-QED and work on distributed quantum networks.

The role requires a PhD in experimental quantum information or related fields, with experience in complex optical systems and vacuum electronics.

Qualifications

• PhD in experimental quantum information, laser- or atomic physics.
• Experience with complex optical systems including diode lasers and vacuum setups is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Test and characterise the ion trap system and implement a highly efficient ion-photon interface.
• Set up and test the system, and simulate and implement schemes for ion-photon entanglement.
• Based on successful testing, establish a second system to implement a basic quantum network.

Skills

Research experience

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in experimental quantum information or related field

Tools

Diode lasers

Ultra-high vacuum systems

Control electronics

Job description

University of Sussex invites applications for a 12-month full-time postdoctoral position in Experimental Quantum Technology. The successful candidate will join a team led by Prof Matthias Keller to develop an ion-photon interface using cavity-QED and work on distributed quantum networks.

The role requires a PhD in experimental quantum information or related fields, with experience in complex optical systems and vacuum electronics.