Technical Research Scientist
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range: $92,654 to $110,544 SFU Department Descr:
Research Operations / Operations Hub
Position Grade:
11
# of openings: 2
Biweekly
Hours:
72
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
In support of the Jennewein and Higginbottom Laboratories at Simon Fraser University (SFU), we are seeking 2 highly skilled Technical Research Scientists to support the development, deployment, and operation of the Vancouver Quantum Network (QVan) — a metropolitan-scale quantum communications testbed connecting research, industry, and government partners across British Columbia.
QVan will establish a dual use demonstration platform integrating fibre based and satellite enabled quantum communication technologies to validate quantum secure communications, quantum key distribution (QKD), distributed quantum computing, and quantum sensing. This position will be central to designing, integrating, and validating network hardware, coordinating multi partner activities, and advancing SFU’s leadership in national quantum networking infrastructure.
About the Role
On behalf of the Jennewein and Higginbottom Laboratories at Simon Fraser University (SFU) , Research Operations is seeking highly skilled Technical Research Scientists to support the development, deployment, and operation of the Vancouver Quantum Network (QVan) — a metropolitan-scale quantum communications testbed connecting research, industry, and government partners across British Columbia.
QVan will establish a dual‑use demonstration platform integrating fibre‑based and satellite‑enabled quantum communication technologies to validate quantum‑secure communications, quantum key distribution (QKD), distributed quantum computing, and quantum sensing. This position will be central to designing, integrating, and validating network hardware, coordinating multi‑partner activities, and advancing SFU’s leadership in national quantum networking infrastructure.
This role is intended for a postdoctoral‑level researcher or industry‑experienced engineer, ideally with strong hands-on expertise in quantum optics, telecom systems, and/or experimental quantum networking.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Physics, Engineering, Quantum Information, Photonics, Optical Telecommunications, or a closely related field
Demonstrated hands-on experience in at least one of the following:
Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Postdoctoral experience or 2+ years in a relevant telecommunications or quantum-technology industry role
Background in project coordination or technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Quantum Network Design, Integration & Operation
2. Experimental Photonics & Quantum Optics
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