Postdoctoral Fellow – Quantum Network Metrology

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaboration with experts in the field

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is looking for a Research Associate to work on quantum network development at NIST in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This role focuses on collaborating with top researchers to enhance measurement science for quantum networks, utilizing advanced photon detection technologies.

Qualified candidates should have a PhD in Physics and strong skills in quantum information science. The position emphasizes technical expertise and precision in measurements, while providing opportunities to contribute significantly to scientific research and publications.

Qualifications

• Must have a PhD in Physics with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven background in quantum information science and networks.
• Experience using single-photon sources and detectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test quantum network components with researchers.
• Validate entanglement links using entangled states of light.
• Calibrate single-photon detectors and sources.

Skills

Quantum information science

Single-photon sources

Data analysis in MATLAB

Data analysis in Python

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

PhD in Physics

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is looking for a Research Associate to work on quantum network development at NIST in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This role focuses on collaborating with top researchers to enhance measurement science for quantum networks, utilizing advanced photon detection technologies.

Qualified candidates should have a PhD in Physics and strong skills in quantum information science. The position emphasizes technical expertise and precision in measurements, while providing opportunities to contribute significantly to scientific research and publications.