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Research Associate in Photonic and Quantum Technology

Loughborough University
Loughborough
2 months ago
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Job Title:Research Associate in Photonic and Quantum TechnologyJob Reference:REQ250333Date Posted:Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTApplication Closing Date:Sat, 31 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTLocation:LoughboroughPackage:Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 6 from £35116 to £45413 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.

School of Science

Full Time - Fixed Term until 30<sup class=\"customHTML\">th September 2027

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Photonic and Quantum Technology at the Emergent Photonics Research Centre. The duration of the position is originally for 2 years with the possibility of an extension based on research requirements. The Associate will work across different international projects and is expected to provide distinct research leadership in advancing the technology of microcombs—compact optical frequency combs in microresonators—across various areas of quantum technology, from metrology and positioning, navigation, and timing to quantum cryptography. The research is aligned with the UK Quantum Missions, envisioning a system capable of transmitting ultraprecise clock signals, directly targeting UK QT Mission 4 on positioning, navigation, and timing, as well as network synchronisation under UK QT Mission 5. Additionally, the development of practical quantum sources compatible with classical networks is a key technology in these areas, a priority within the National Quantum Technology Programme in the UK, under QT Mission 2, quantum communications.

This position will involve research that enhances collaboration within three prestigious research initiatives:UK Hub for Quantum-Enabled Position, Navigation and Timing (QEPNT):One of five UK hubs funded by UKRI EPSRC as part of their Quantum Technology Programme, led by the University of Glasgow, Loughborough University joins this network alongside Imperial College London and the Universities of Bristol, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Strathclyde, Heriot-Watt, Queen’s University Belfast, and Warwick;STFC-NSERC UK-Canada Joint Action for Quantum Technology (MICROQ):Microcombs for Quantum Networking and Synchronisation, a joint initiative between Loughborough University (UK) and INRS-EMT (Quebec, Canada);EPSRC Programme Grant: Chip-Scale Atomic Systems for a Quantum Navigator:Led by the University of Glasgow, this collaboration includes Loughborough University and the Universities of Birmingham and Strathclyde.

The successful applicant should have a PhD in a field related to our research areas, nonlinear photonics, ultrafast photonics, nonlinear wave propagation, and background preferably intersecting soliton theory and optical complexity with a good publication record. Previous experimental experience with photonic benches implementation would be desirable, along with basic knowledge of ultrafast laser operation and a history of international involvement and aggressive publication strategy. Evidence of potential leadership, independence and a strong motivation are also essential. Some of the typical tasks for this position include the operation of ultrafast fibre-lasers and optical frequency combs, the design of optical benches, the acquisition of data using fast electronics and their analysis.

The successful candidate is expected to actively engage in our research plans, to provide guidance to undergraduate and postgraduate students, to participate in the strategic planning of the group and to contribute to drafting successful research bids. They are expected to travel among our network of collaborators. The salary offered will be appropriate to the qualifications, standing and experience of the successful candidate.

Loughborough University is committed to promoting diversity of experience, thought and perspective and committed to comprehensive EDI strategies covering several aspects of being part of the university, including staff recruitment. As such, we welcome applications from under-represented groups, requests to fit a specific need in any phase of the selection, and any discussion regarding work and workload arrangements.

“We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer—so much so that we go beyond the standard, providing additional supplementary payments at specific pay points to further support our employees\' financial wellbeing. Further information about the Loughborough Real Living Wage Supplement can be found on ourHR webpage.”

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Closing Date:31<sup class=\"customHTML\">st May 2025

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