AMO Physicist

Nu Quantum
Cambridge, United Kingdom
3 months ago
Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
On-site
Posted
21 Jan 2026 (3 months ago)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location:Cambridge, UK

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Join Nu Quantum - Shaping the Future of Technology

Nu Quantum is at the forefront of quantum computing and advanced technology, driven by innovation, diversity, and a commitment to excellence. We’re creating an environment where brilliant minds from all backgrounds collaborate to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Founded to commercialise research generated over the last decade at the Cavendish Laboratory, Nu Quantum is on a mission to shape the future of quantum information systems.

We’re working on exciting technology that will improve the utility and accelerate the time-to-market of quantum computing systems. We integrate novel quantum photonic technology to form an efficient and scalable quantum networking infrastructure in partnership with world-leading companies and academic groups.

About the role
We’re looking for an experimental Physicist to join us in building our quantum-network demonstrator — a cornerstone of Nu Quantum’s mission to create scalable, high-performance quantum networks.
In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of atomic physics, cavity QED, and quantum engineering, joining the AMO physics team and collaborating closely with our experts across electronics, optics, and mechanical design. You’ll play a key role in integrating Nu Quantum’s proprietary qubit–photon interface and cavity microtechnology, helping us push toward state-of-the-art networking rates and fidelities.
This is a highly cross-functional, hands-on role where creative problem-solving and system-level thinking are essential. You’ll have the opportunity to shape experimental design, drive technical innovation, and directly contribute to the long-term vision of making practical quantum networking a reality.
If you’re excited by the challenge of connecting the quantum world — and want to work on technology that’s defining the field — we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Execute remote-entanglement experiments to benchmark and advance ion-trapping devices with Nu Quantum’s integrated micro-cavity technology.
  • Support other AMO Physicists, helping the team grow technical depth, independence, and problem-solving capability.
  • Help maintain and troubleshoot complex laboratory systems — including laser setups, RF/DC electronics, control systems, and ultra-high-vacuum hardware.
  • Collaborate across disciplines with Software, Optical, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineers, as well as with theory and simulation teams, to deliver integrated experimental systems.
  • Participate in project teams through clear, timely communication of results, progress, and priorities across interdependent, fast-moving workstreams.
  • Uphold best practices in laboratory safety, documentation, and system reliability.
  • Participate in the development of technical strategy, identifying opportunities to improve experimental design, automation, and scalability.

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