Quantum Networking Research Physicist

Overview

The Information Technology Laboratory of the National Institute of Standards and Technology
is seeking qualified candidates for the position of research physicist. The position will be for performing
advanced quantum optical experiments within the Quantum Information Groups (QIG) Quantum
Communication and Networking Project. The researcher will be tasked with independently developing
and implementing the phase/polarization stabilization and recovery processes compatible with optical
fiber-based quantum networks in very challenging conditions (such as long distance, lossy and noisy
aerial fibers). The researcher will also be tasked with implementing Hong-Ou-Mandel (HOM)
experiments across quantum network nodes for entanglement distribution along with the required node
synchronization over the network. US citizenship is preferred.

Qualifications

• A PhD degree in Physics with 3 or more years of relevant experimental experience.
• Expertise in Quantum Optics, Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Information Systems (QIS) including a fundamental understanding of the mechanics of polarized light transmission through optical fibers at the classical and single photon level.
• Ability to build complex and extensive quantum optical experiments.
• Ability to develop deployable tools needed for advanced quantum networking experiments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and strong presentation skills.

Research Proposal

• Independently develop processes for phase and polarization recovery compatible with optical fiber-based quantum networks in very challenging conditions.
• Performing advanced quantum optics and quantum networking experiments.
• Produce high-quality publications based on research and results present at internal and external meetings and conferences.