Quantum Optics Research Scientist — Lab to AI Systems

ORCA Computing Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work culture

Opportunity for career advancement

Job summary

ORCA Computing Ltd in Greater London is looking for a skilled individual to support quantum optics experiments. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up experiments, writing Python scripts for automation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to integrate learnings into larger systems.

A Master's degree in physics or engineering with hands-on lab experience is required. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing quantum computing technology while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or higher) with focus on quantum optics or quantum information.
• Experience in a research or lab environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day experiments: setup optics and capture results.
• Write and maintain Python scripts for data acquisition.
• Collaborate with scientists to integrate lab findings.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Python scripting

Experimental collaboration

Hands-on technical skills

Education

Master’s degree in physics or engineering

Tools

Python

Optical systems

Job description

ORCA Computing Ltd in Greater London is looking for a skilled individual to support quantum optics experiments. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up experiments, writing Python scripts for automation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to integrate learnings into larger systems.

A Master's degree in physics or engineering with hands-on lab experience is required. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing quantum computing technology while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.