Research Scientist: Entanglement-Based Quantum Networking

Toshiba EMEA; Milton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba Europe Ltd invites a Research Scientist to contribute to entanglement-based quantum communication systems and future quantum networks. The role focuses on generation and distribution of entanglement over optical fibre networks, and on characterisation of quantum light sources and experimental platforms.

You will design experiments, develop software for control and data analysis, and collaborate with academic and industrial partners to publish results.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on experience in quantum optics or quantum communication.
• Experience with entanglement, quantum networking, or photonic systems.
• Experience with assembly, integration, and operation of complex setups.
• Familiar with Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Development and characterisation of entanglement-based quantum communication systems
• Design and implementation of entanglement-distribution experiments
• Integration of optical, electronic, and control subsystems for advanced experimental platforms
• Development of software for experimental control, automation, and data analysis
• Analyse and interpret experimental results, and contribute to the development of new concepts and protocols
• Engagement with academic and industrial partners, and dissemination through scientific publications

Skills

Quantum optics

Quantum communication

Experimental quantum information

Python

LabVIEW

Data analysis

Publications

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Fibre optic systems

Optical/photonic equipment

Job description

Toshiba Europe Ltd invites a Research Scientist to contribute to entanglement-based quantum communication systems and future quantum networks. The role focuses on generation and distribution of entanglement over optical fibre networks, and on characterisation of quantum light sources and experimental platforms.

You will design experiments, develop software for control and data analysis, and collaborate with academic and industrial partners to publish results.