Posted on:July 24, 2025

Research Scientist (Hardware) at Nanofiber Quantum Technologies

Nanofiber Quantum Technologies is hiring a Research Scientist (Hardware) in Tokyo, Japan. On-site.

About Nanofiber Quantum Technologies

Nanofiber Quantum Technologies (NanoQT) develops technology for scalable quantum computing. The company builds infrastructure for networked quantum computing using nanofiber cavity-QED technology and fiber-native interconnects, focusing on high-fidelity quantum connectivity.

Research Scientist (Hardware) job description

Role

  • Undertake both independent and collaborative research to enhance the present and future nanofiber cavity QED systems for quantum computing.

  • Lead the design, development, operation, diagnosis, and enhancement of new experiment systems, under supervision of the CTO.

  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and interns.

Qualifications

  • Must have PhD before commencing the role.

Requirements

  • Fundamental understanding of quantum computation and quantum communication.

  • Proficient in verbal and written English communication (Knowledge of Japanese is not mandatory).

  • Ability to work cohesively in an interdisciplinary team and adjust to a rapidly evolving environment.

Desired Experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in the development/operation of experiments to control quantum system.

  • Expertise in one or more of the following domains:

    • Cooling, trapping and manipulating ions or neutral atoms

    • Control of atom/photons in cavity QED system

    • Coherent control of other quantum systems for quantum computing or quantum communication e.g., superconducting circuits, quantum dots

    • Quantum optics

Compensation

  • Competitive salary.

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