Research Engineers in Quantum Communication

Job description

Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a well-established technology to distribute secret keys between two or more parties for data encryption. Within this position you will be involved in the experimental activities to setup a quantum communication testbed and operational hub at KTH. You will work in the Nonlinear and Quantum Photonics (NQP) group and in the national quantum communication infrastructure in Sweden (NQCIS) led by Prof. Katia Gallo at the Department of Applied Physics. In this framework, we are looking for highly motivated candidates who will be a part of experimental tests and demonstrations of QKD systems in lab settings and of in-field implementations in the Stockholm metropolitan area.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.
• The opportunity to acquire experience on state-of-the-art QKD technology and work on real use cases in an international and collaborative research environment.

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence. 

Preferred qualifications

• Experimental skills in quantum optics and photonics
• Project work in topics relevant to the position
• Capability to work independently and in a goal-oriented fashion
• Good collaboration skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality and willingness to actively contribute to a dynamic, multidisciplinary and supportive work environment, nurturing collaboration, internationalization, diversity and equal opportunities.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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About KTH

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