Quantum Optics Metrology for CV Networking

National Institute of Standards and Technology; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Information Technology Laboratory seeks a graduate student for a research physicist role focused on advanced quantum optical experiments. You will develop novel CV quantum devices, including squeezed light sources and detectors, and deploy them in field experiments for CV quantum networking.

You will work on high-precision phase stabilization, long-distance CV entanglement distribution, and protocols for quantum networking.

Qualifications

• Experience with lasers and related setups for quantum optics experiments.
• Three or more years of relevant experimental experience.
• Expertise in Quantum Optics, Quantum mechanics and Quantum Information Systems (QIS).
• Ability to build complex and extensive quantum optical experiments.
• Ability to develop prototypes and deployable tools used in advanced quantum field experiments.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a squeezed vacuum source for continuous variable quantum networking and related homodyne detection apparatus.
• Develop source and detection characterization protocols.
• Conceptualize novel quantum optical experiments and associated studies.
• Present results at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Publish high-quality research findings.
• Archive results, protocols, software, and documentation for the larger group.
• Collaborate with team members and share expertise.

Skills

Laser systems

Homodyne detection

TES detectors

SNSPDs

Quantum optics

Python

Matlab

Data acquisition

Experiment design

Circuit design

Independent work

Communication

Prototype development

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Information Technology Laboratory seeks a graduate student for a research physicist role focused on advanced quantum optical experiments. You will develop novel CV quantum devices, including squeezed light sources and detectors, and deploy them in field experiments for CV quantum networking.

You will work on high-precision phase stabilization, long-distance CV entanglement distribution, and protocols for quantum networking.