Postdoc – Experimental Photonic Quantum Computing
Listed on 2026-10-25
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Research/Development
Physics, Research Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Eindhoven University of Technology
Netherlands
19 November 2026 (cutoff time not verified)
About This OpportunityEindhoven University of Technology advertises Postdoc – Experimental Photonic Quantum Computing, an academic opportunity focusing on Integrated photonic resource-state generation for scalable quantum computing in Eindhoven.
The Eindhoven group will design, construct and test a prototype photonic quantum resource-state generator. Single photons will be entangled using linear optics and partial measurement, with a goal of integrating constituent components into one chip. The project belongs to Photon Delta’s photonic quantum computing mission and involves the quantum photonic information processing team, Coherence and Quantum Technology group and Photonic Integration group, together with industrial collaborators.
Requirements explicitly include a doctorate, expertise in integrated photonics and quantum technologies, leadership, project delivery and excellent English.
Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:
Applicants interested in developing research focused on Integrated photonic resource-state generation for scalable quantum computing are the clearest thematic audience. A strong match on topic is not a substitute for checking the actual doctorate, publication, methodological or experience requirements set by the employer. Documented qualifications and preparation include:
PhD in integrated photonics, quantum technologies or a related discipline; demonstrated expertise in integrated photonics and quantum technologies.
Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable:
Material practical considerations include the stated one-year fixed-term contract duration, 38 hours per week, the currently unresolved final official application endpoint.
Overall Opportunity Assessment:
This opportunity is distinguished by its focus on Integrated photonic resource-state generation for scalable quantum computing. Its documented methods and collaborations provide a concrete basis for assessing methodological fit; application and financial details should be confirmed against the institution’s vacancy or programme instructions.
Integrated photonic resource-state generation for scalable quantum computing Physics
Level Postdoc
Time Commitment Full-time
Duration One-year fixed-term contract
Field Integrated photonic resource-state generation for scalable quantum computing
Specialization Physics
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount EUR 4,422-5,760 / Per Month
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Period Per Month
Requirements EducationPhD in integrated photonics, quantum technologies or a related discipline; demonstrated expertise in integrated photonics and quantum technologies.
ExperienceTechnical Skills Integrated photonics Linear optics Quantum information processing Photonic integration
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