(Senior) Scientist, Integrated Photonics | Quantum Technologies, IMRE

a*star research entities; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF) is seeking a research scientist to join a multidisciplinary team developing essential quantum hardware and device components. You will work on integrated photonics devices for quantum technology applications, embedded in a team of researchers and engineers to contribute hands-on to design, simulation, packaging, integration and testing.

Focus areas include design/simulation, device characterization, and integration/packaging for real-world

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science & engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Non-PhD holders with substantial experience are welcome to apply.
• Hands-on optics/photonics experiment and design/simulation experience relevant to one or more focus areas above.
• Familiarity with experimental data acquisition, analysis, and presentation.
• Familiarity with programming (especially in Python) for testing automation, measurement control, and data processing.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated photonic components and devices; perform simulations and optimizations.
• Characterize photonics devices; set up optical/electrical tests and analyze results.
• Develop and optimize packaging and integration with photonics, electronics and mechanics.

Skills

Python programming

Photonics experiments

Design & simulation

Data analysis

Communication

Education

PhD in physics / engineering

Tools

Lumerical

KLayout

L-edit

Job description

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF) is seeking a research scientist to join a multidisciplinary team developing essential quantum hardware and device components. The candidate will join our efforts on integrated photonics devices for quantum technology applications. You will be embedded in a team of research scientists and engineers, contributing hands-on to the design, simulation, packaging, integration, and testing of photonics devices for applications such as quantum key distribution, trapped-ion quantum processors, and photonic quantum computing.

Main responsibilities

Based on your strengths and experience, your work will be shaped around one or more of the following focus areas:

• Integrated Photonics Design and Simulations — Design integrated photonic components and devices, perform electromagnetic simulations and optimizations, correlate simulation results with experimental data to fine-tune designs.
• Photonics Device Characterization — Perform optical & electrical characterization of photonics devices; construct, calibrate, and maintain optical measurement setups for device testing; data analysis and feedback towards improved device designs.
• Device Integration and Packaging — Develop and optimize processes for device integration and packaging, including the interfacing with photonics (fibers, lasers, etc), electronics (PCB and interposers), and mechanics (enclosures, ruggedness testing) required for real-world deployment.

What we’re looking for:

• PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science & engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Non-PhD holders with substantial experience are welcome to apply
• Hands-on optics/photonics experiment and design/simulation experience relevant to one or more of the focus areas above
• Familiarity with experimental data acquisition, analysis, and presentation
• Familiarity with programming (especially in Python) for testing automation, measurement control, and data processing
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style

Experience in any of the following would set you apart:

• Photonics simulation tools (e.g. Lumerical)
• Photonics layout design tools and workflows (e.g. KLayout, L-edit, or equivalent)
• Electrical/RF electronics and associated test equipment
• Mechanical design with CAD software
• Cleanroom nanofabrication experience is a bonus

About NQFF:

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF) is a national quantum programme supporting Singapore's quantum R&D ecosystem and industry partners. Functioning as a research foundry, NQFF covers the full device development cycle — from design to fabrication and characterisation — with the goal of translating next-generation quantum devices towards real-world applications. NQFF has established capabilities across multiple quantum technology hardware platforms, ranging from superconducting devices to trapped-ion and integrated photonics systems.

NQFF is hosted at A*STAR IMRE, with teams operating across A*STAR IME and the National University of Singapore (NUS).

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.