Research Scientist in Quantum Light Detectors

Toshiba Europe Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cambridge is seeking a Scientist to advance quantum detector technology. The role involves designing and developing novel quantum light detectors, characterising devices, and collaboration with experts in the field. Candidates must have a PhD and a strong background in semiconductor devices.

Qualifications

• PhD required in relevant disciplines.
• Proven research in quantum light detection or semiconductor devices.
• Experience of semiconductor fabrication design and optoelectronic device characterisation.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of quantum light detectors.
• Coordinate with academic and industry partners.
• Engagement through scientific dissemination.

Skills

Semiconductor heterostructure and device design

Optoelectronic characterisation

Cleanroom fabrication

Collaborative communication

Creative and independent work

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline

Tools

Semiconductor device simulation software

PCB design and assembly knowledge

Job description

We are recruiting a Scientist to join us to research and develop quantum detector technology to sense single photons. Based on semiconductor avalanche photodiodes, our technology has applications in quantum key distribution, quantum networks, and quantum sensing, all of which we are developing here at Toshiba Europe Limited. The role requires skills in semiconductor heterostructure and device design, optoelectronic characterisation, cleanroom fabrication, and close collaboration with partners in academia and industry. The successful candidate will also be responsible for characterisation and measurement of quantum detectors, and work within a highly accomplished team to integrate them into quantum systems for applications such as QKD.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of novel quantum light detectors
• Coordination with partners in academia and industry on detector fabrication
• Electro-optical characterisation and measurement of quantum detectors
• Wider engagement through scientific dissemination and publications
• Working as part of a team, towards aligned goals within the quantum information industry.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Proven original research in quantum light detection, semiconductor devices, or related field
• Experience of semiconductor fabrication design, including lithography mask design
• Understanding of device fabrication processes
• Optoelectronic device characterisation experience
• Excellent collaborative communication skills
• Capability of both creative, independent work and working within an interactive team.
• Desire to acquire new skills and work with new technologies
  
  

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with single photon avalanche photodiode development
• Cleanroom fabrication experience
• Semiconductor device simulation software
• Knowledge of PCB design and assembly
• GHz frequency electrical measurements
• Good knowledge of computer control programming environments, e.g., LabVIEW/Python
  
  

Background Information

Based in Cambridge, UK, Toshiba Europe Ltd. has a proven track record in research and development of quantum information technology. Breakthroughs include the first single and entangled photon LEDs, and the first GHz operation of 1550nm single photon avalanche diodes. Recently, Toshiba launched a new business unit to commercialise research outcomes and Toshiba QKD systems are now deployed in telecommunication networks across the world.