Research Fellow / Research Associate (Quantum Hacking and Practical Quantum Security Evaluation)
Core
Build and validate next-generation frameworks for testing, evaluating, and certifying QKD systems and components in laboratory and production environments.
Role type
Research Fellow / Research Associate (Quantum Security & QKD Evaluation)
Builds
Prototypes, proof-of-concept systems, and dedicated hardware/software security evaluation instruments for QKD testing.
Domain
Quantum communication, quantum cryptography, optical physics, and cybersecurity.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
QKD theory and protocols (DV-QKD), experimental quantum optics, optical alignment and calibration, microelectronics, FPGA-based control, HDL, scientific programming, laboratory automation, control and analysis software development
Preferred skills
Quantum technology policy and standardization landscape familiarity
Technologies
FPGA, HDL, optical measurement instrumentation
Responsibilities
Conduct advanced R&D in practical security evaluation and side-channel resistant design of QKD; Systematically conduct vulnerability analysis and side-channel exploitation studies of QKD; Develop and execute characterization and metrology procedures for quantifying security-relevant parameters; Implement and reproduce known and investigate novel quantum hacking scenarios; Build and test prototypes and proof-of-concept systems in physical testbeds; Design and develop dedicated hardware and software security evaluation instruments; Prepare technical reports, test procedures, and datasets supporting standardization and certification; Translate research insights into tools and methodologies for quantum security testing; Contribute to publications in leading international conferences and journals
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
