Quantum Optics & Electronics Research Scientist

trtwo; Roma; In loco; EUR 32.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Aurora SRL, a Guidonia Montecelio-based research company, seeks a Research Scientist in Quantum Electronics to advance quantum optics, photonics and electronic systems within a growing R&D team. You will conduct cutting‑edge research, design experiments and contribute to both fundamental and applied science while publishing results.

This role offers opportunities to influence next‑generation quantum sensing and communication systems, collaborate with academia and industry, and progress

Competenze

• PhD or equivalent research experience in physics or related field.
• Expertise in at least one core area listed.
• Strong experimental skills including optical alignment and cryogenic setups.
• Proficient in scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW).
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Excellent English; Italian is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex workflows.

Mansioni

• Design, set up and conduct experiments in quantum optics, photonics or quantum electronic devices.
• Develop and characterise quantum sensors, single‑photon detectors or quantum communication components.
• Perform theoretical modelling and numerical simulations to support experimental activities.
• Analyse experimental data using statistical methods and scientific computing tools.
• Prepare scientific publications, technical reports and patent applications.
• Contribute to research proposals for national and European funding programmes (Horizon Europe, ERC, PNRR).
• Collaborate with academic partners, research centres and industrial stakeholders.
• Present results at international conferences and workshops.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, optical setups and measurement instrumentation.
• Mentor junior researchers and PhD students.

Conoscenze

Quantum optics

Quantum sensing

Photonics

Laser physics

Experimental physics

Peer‑reviewed publications

English proficiency

Formazione

PhD in Physics / Quantum Electronics / Photonics or related field

Strumenti

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Descrizione del lavoro

Aurora SRL, a Guidonia Montecelio-based research company, seeks a Research Scientist in Quantum Electronics to advance quantum optics, photonics and electronic systems within a growing R&D team. You will conduct cutting‑edge research, design experiments and contribute to both fundamental and applied science while publishing results.

This role offers opportunities to influence next‑generation quantum sensing and communication systems, collaborate with academia and industry, and progress