Senior Quantum Scientist - Timing & Quantum Networking

Xairos Systems, Inc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Equity Scheme

Company Pension

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development support

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Xairos Systems, Inc. in Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Senior Quantum Scientist to lead the deployment of its Quantum Time Transfer technology and to integrate quantum communication, cold atom and quantum clock subsystems.

You will invent, analyse feasibility, and test novel protocols and systems for advanced quantum timing applications. You will translate complex quantum data into clear technical recommendations, mentor team members, and drive R&D projects up to TRL maturity, in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in applied research is required.
• Experience leading R&D projects involving measurement, characterisation and operation of quantum optics, atom optics or quantum networks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse technical audiences.
• Ability to analyse complex datasets and translate results into technical recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex scientific research projects from concept to implementation and analysis.
• Collaborate with partners to develop quantum technologies into timing applications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the team.

Skills

R&D leadership

Quantum measurement

Quantum optics

Atom optics

Quantum networks

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in applied research

Job description

Xairos Systems, Inc. in Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Senior Quantum Scientist to lead the deployment of its Quantum Time Transfer technology and to integrate quantum communication, cold atom and quantum clock subsystems.

You will invent, analyse feasibility, and test novel protocols and systems for advanced quantum timing applications. You will translate complex quantum data into clear technical recommendations, mentor team members, and drive R&D projects up to TRL maturity, in a fast-paced,