CW Applied Quantum Researcher

Ann Arbor, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a recognized prominent global enterprise in the automotive sector listed among the top 50 companies in the Global Fortune rankings. As a leading player in the global automotive industry our client manufactures vehicles in 27 countries and effectively markets them across over 170 countries and regions worldwide.

Position: CW Applied Quantum Researcher

Location: Ann Arbor MI 48105

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: M-F 9.00 AM 6:00 PM

Job description (Duty & Responsibility):

Design and implement quantum photonic devices and components especially related to quantum communication single photon generation entanglement and low count measurement techniques.
Design assembly of components into subsystems.
Conduct research on quantum information and quantum communication techniques such as squeezed light quantum interference and mode decomposition.
Investigate novel methodologies for applied quantum techniques outside of information applications.
Design and execute rigorous experiments to characterize quantum photonics devices and components under various environmental conditions (temperature vibration magnetic fields) to ensure robustness.
Contribute to efforts to establish quantum information test bench including the development of standardized calibration and automated measurement system.
Develop and test single photon sources and implementation into larger systems.
Optimize system performance while maintaining quantum state.
Ability to work within and contribute to cross-disciplinary research teams with key deliverables including prototypes intellectual property and publications (an active interest in publishing is highly desirable).
Willingness to participate in support and contribute to work-place safety culture and activities.

Required minimum education and experience:

Ph.D. in Physics Applied Physics Electrical Engineering Optical Engineering or a related field.

Requirements:

Quantum Systems: Deep understanding of entanglement mode decomposition nonlinear generation of states and spin physics
Optical Systems: Proficiency in laser systems optical design precision coupling free-space alignment and photon detection
Instrumentation: Hands-on experience with chip-scale photonics testing precision fiber alignment instrument coordination/synchronization and rigorous data validation.
Programming: Strong skills in Python MATLAB or similar for data analysis and instrument control
Scientific Writing: Clear communication of results to internal research teams using graphs mathematics etc.

Preferred Skills:

Simulation & Design: Background in integrated photonics design and Finite-Difference Time-Domain (FDTD) simulation tools (e.g. Lumerical COMSOL CST).
Electronics: Familiarity with high-speed electronics design PCB layout and optoelectronic packaging.
Fabrication: Experience with nanofabrication techniques (e-beam lithography etching) is a plus.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a recognized prominent global enterprise in the automotive sector listed among the top 50 companies in the Glo...