Research Officer, Quantum Integrated Devices

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City:
Ottawa

Organizational Unit:
Quantum and Nanotechnologies

Classification: RO

Tenure:
Term

Duration: 2 years

Language Requirements:
English

Work arrangements:
Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Discover the possible
Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey.

From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Defence Industrial Strategy
The NRC has an important role within the Government of Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy , accelerating research and innovation, and helping Canadian businesses develop leading-edge technologies for civilian and military use.

With expertise across fields such as transportation, quantum science, medical countermeasures and advanced manufacturing, the NRC is hiring to drive the development of national sovereign defence capabilities. The following role will support the NRC’s contributions to defence priorities.

The role
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Officer, Quantum Integrated Devices, to support the development of advanced silicon photonics technologies for quantum communications, sensing, and integrated photonic systems at the Quantum Nanotechnology Research Centre. The Research Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of low-loss silicon nitride photonic integrated circuits, semiconductor fabrication processes, and optical device characterization while working within a multidisciplinary team of researchers and technical staff. Working with clients and partners, the National Research Council Canada provides strategic research, innovation support, scientific, and technical services to develop and deploy solutions to meet Canada's current and future industrial and societal needs.

The ATF offers our clients and partners access to cutting-edge semiconductor research and fabrication capabilities providing simulation, design, fabrication, testing, characterization, and prototyping.

The key activities of the Research Officer, Quantum Integrated Devices, are:

Developing and optimizing fabrication processes for silicon nitride photonic devices.

Designing, fabricating, and characterizing integrated photonic components for classical and quantum applications.

Conducting optical and materials characterization to evaluate device performance.

Generating detailed technical reports for internal stakeholders, writing application notes, and publishing findings in scientific publications.

Collaborate effectively with researchers across government, academia, and industry.

Screening criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education
Master’s…