Scientist / Senior Scientist I/II (NQFF)

A*STAR Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Singapore seeks a Scientist / Senior Scientist to join their quantum technology team. The successful candidate will design and fabricate device components, optimize fabrication processes, and characterize devices. Required qualifications include a PhD in a relevant discipline and experience in device nanofabrication and superconducting device development. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science & engineering, mechanical engineering, or relevant discipline.
• Experience in nano/micro-fabrication and fabrication process integration.
• Direct expertise in superconducting device development and fabrication processes is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate device components for quantum technologies.
• Fabrication process integration and optimization.
• Characterization of fabricated devices.
• Analysis and presentation of scientific data.

Skills

Device nanofabrication

Process integration

Superconducting device development

Device characterization

Cryogenic measurements

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

Scientist / Senior Scientist I/II (NQFF)

Requisition ID: 750 – Posting Start Date: 02/04/2026

Job Description

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF), hosted at the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), part of the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, is looking for a research scientist who is experienced in device nanofabrication and process integration. The successful candidate will be part of a team of research scientists and engineers working on device and hardware development for quantum technologies, including superconducting devices, integrated ion traps, integrated photonics devices, and others. The work at NQFF will support Singapore’s national efforts to develop and translate quantum technologies to realize exciting real-world applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate device components for quantum technologies, especially in relation to superconducting qubits and associated devices
• Fabrication process integration and optimization
• Characterization of fabricated devices
• Analysis and presentation of scientific data

Qualifications

• PhD degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science & engineering, mechanical engineering, or any other relevant discipline
• Experience in nano/micro‑fabrication and fabrication process integration
• Direct expertise in superconducting device development and fabrication processes is highly valued
• Experience in device characterization, especially in cryogenic measurements
• Ability to independently plan and execute research work
• Ability to communicate well and work closely with team members

Additional Information

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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