Research Associate in Quantum Photonics (Fixed Term)

Location: West Cambridge

The Research Associate will join the Integrated Quantum Photonics group, based in the Nanoscience Centre at the University of Cambridge, a research group that works on simulation, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of nano- and quantum photonic devices, integrating quantum light emitters.

They will support teaching, supervision and research on photonic devices within the group.

The key responsibilities and duties are:

1. Support data acquisition and analysis in quantum photonics and device technology;
2. Write methodology and guidelines for students and early career researchers, for quantum technology experimental studies;
3. Help with Master/PhD student supervision and teaching activities in quantum photonics, communication and computing.

The skills, qualifications and experience required to perform the role are:

• Education and qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or related areas.
• Specialist knowledge and skills: Quantum photonics, quantum optics, nano-photonics.
• Interpersonal and communication skills: Very good interpersonal and communication skills, including writing scientific manuscripts and delivering presentations.
• Relevant experience: Experience in spectroscopy, data analysis, supervision and teaching.

Salary Range: Research Associate: GBP 37,694 - GBP 46,049

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 October 2026 in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above. 

Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), a covering letter and publication list in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please submit your application by midnight on the closing date.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Dr Luca Sapienza (ls2052@cam.ac.uk) for queries of a technical nature related to the role and please contact Sue Murkett (sm330@cam.ac.uk) for queries related to the application process.

Please quote reference NM49022 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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