Research Associate / Senior Research Associate in Networked Quantum Memories

City of Bristol College; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading institution in Bristol as a key member of the UK Integrated Quantum Networks Hub. This role involves developing cutting-edge quantum memories and photon sources, working on innovative projects that bridge quantum technologies with metropolitan networks. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in quantum optics and a PhD in a relevant field, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantum optics, photonics, and quantum memory technologies.
• Working towards or holding a PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience with cold and warm atom systems and integrated photonic systems.

Responsibilities

• Interfacing photon sources with atomic quantum memories.
• Preparing and submitting manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Working on cryogenically cooled molecules and integrated photonic systems.

Skills

Quantum Memories

Atomic Physics

Quantum Networking

Quantum Optics

Laser Spectroscopy

Photonics

Fibre Optics

Entanglement Sources

Education

PhD in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or relevant discipline

Job description

Are you a talented individual with experience in Quantum Memories, Atomic Physics, Quantum Networking, or Quantum Optics? Join our team developing cutting-edge quantum memories and memory-compatible photon sources, and link them together over quantum networks.

As a member of our team, you will help design, build, and test atomic quantum memories (warm vapours and cold atoms) and memory-compatible photon sources based on integrated photonic cavities and solid-state single photon emitters. You will also have the opportunity to demonstrate the use of these sources and memories in metropolitan quantum networks across the university and the city, and become a key member of the UK Integrated Quantum Networks Hub.

We have funding until November 2027 with potential for extension. Apply now to be part of this exciting project and open the door to new opportunities beyond this role.

What will you be doing?

• You will work on interfacing photon sources with atomic quantum memories.
• You will have the opportunity to work on cold and warm atom systems, cryogenically cooled molecules, and integrated photonic systems.
• You will contribute towards the preparation and submission of manuscripts, reports, and presentations.

You should apply if

• You are interested in working at the cutting edge of quantum optics, photonics, and quantum memory technologies.
• You have experience in some of the following areas: atomic physics, quantum memories, solid-state quantum emitters, laser spectroscopy, quantum control, photonics, bulk optics, fibre optics, entanglement sources, or other quantum technologies.
• You have a PhD (or are working towards one) in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or another relevant discipline (or equivalent research experience).

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Contract type: Open-ended with fixed funding until 1st Dec 2027

Work pattern: Full time

Grade: I / J

School/Unit: School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Tuesday, 17th June.

Interviews are anticipated to take place on Friday, 18th July.

Our strategy and mission

We recently launched our strategy to 2030, tying together our mission, vision, and values.

The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential.

We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.