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Austrian Institute of Technology

Scientist (m/f/d) for Experimental Quantum Communication

Vienna

FULL TIME

November 5, 2024

As Austria's largest research and technology organization for applied research, we have set ourselves the goal of making substantial contributions to solving the major challenges of our time: climate change and digitalization. In doing so, we rely on our specific research, development and technology expertise, which forms the basis for our commitment to excellence in all areas. With our open culture of innovation and our motivated, international teams, we are working to position AIT as Austria's leading research institution at the highest international level and to make a positive contribution to the economy and society.

Our Center for Digital Safety & Security is looking for further Ingenious Partners for the Vienna location. At the Center for Digital Safety & Security, we develop state-of-the-art information and communication technologies to make our systems highly secure and reliable in the context of comprehensive digitalization and global networking - focusing on a variety of key technologies such as distributed IT systems, Internet of Things, Io T, cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain technologies, quantum and photonic technologies, wireless systems (6G) and digital solutions for crisis and disaster management.

Our Research Field Enabling Digital Technologies, within the Competence Unit "Security and Communication Technologies", specializes in applied research of new methods to exploit the physical properties of optical and wireless communication media and use quantum effects to increase digital security.

SCIENTIST (M/F/D) FOR EXPERIMENTAL QUANTUM COMMUNICATION

CENTER FOR DIGITAL SAFETY & SECURITY

As part of our interdisciplinary, international team, you develop new areas of application for photonic quantum technologies.
You work on experimental prototypes for Quantum Technologies and quantum cryptography (e.g. generation of single and entangled qubits, integrated/bulk optics, photonic quantum information processing, etc.).
You implement quantum communication protocols in the laboratory and in deployed networks.

You collaborate with the team to plan, submit and lead research projects in quantum communication as well as implement them according to the highest scientific standards.
You publish your findings in international journals and present them at international conferences.
You actively support and supervise students.
With your innovative work, you help to master the latest challenges in quantum communication.

Your qualifications as an Ingenious Partner:

Completed Ph D studies in physics, electrical engineering or a similar technical degree
Preferably at least 2 years of experience after completing the Ph D degree in experimental quantum optics, quantum communication, or related fields
Experience with photonic integrated circuits is an asset
In depth knowledge of quantum information theory and quantum communication
Analytical thinking and structured work
High level of commitment and ability to work in a team
Good written and spoken English

What to expect:
The minimum gross annual salary on a full-time basis (38,5 h / week) according to the collective agreement is EUR 64.316,-. The actual salary will be determined individually, based on your qualifications and experience. In addition, we offer company benefits, flexible working conditions, individual training and career opportunities.

At AIT diversity and inclusion are of great importance. This is why we strive to inspire women to join our teams in the field of technology. We welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in case of equal qualifications after taking into account all relevant facts and circumstances of all applications.

Please submit your application documents including your CV, cover letter and certificates online.

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