Senior research fellow in Photonic Quantum Information Technology at institute of photonics

Highlights: 

1. Interdisciplinary research, and the creation of multidisciplinary research teams, has become a vital method to address major challenges of modern science and society. Facilitating such research interactions by utilising advanced photonics technology is the primary remit of the University of Strathclyde’s Institute of Photonics (www.photonics.ac.uk), a major UK and European centre of excellence. As part of a SUPA initiative in Quantum Information involving universities across the SUPA partnership, we now seek to appoint an individual with the ambition and vision to create a thriving programme in experimental Photonic Quantum Information Technology. Interest in one or more areas including atom chips, integrated quantum photonics, single-photon sources, integrated waveguide structures, diamond photonics, and quantum-controlled logic gates would be welcome.
2. This post is available for up to 4 years in the first instance, with formal review of performance at the end of the first 2 years. This post is part funded by the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance (SUPA).
3. Within the Institute’s organisation, you will be a Senior Research Fellow and as such, you will be expected to develop independent research programmes that will complement and extend existing activity at the boundary between photonics and Quantum Information Technology. One of your aims will be to contribute leadership in the coordination of integrated photonic device expertise throughout Scotland, by playing a crucial role in linking with experts in micro-fabrication and establishing a coordinated approach to this work
4. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. A letter of application telling us why you have the energy, skills, knowledge and understanding of Higher Education or other ‘Not for profit’ sectors to make a real difference in the post described.
2. A completed application form to which a full curriculum vitae should be attached. The names and addresses of three referees should be given on the application form.  The referees may be contacted by the University without further permission from the candidate unless you indicate to the contrary.
3. Applications should be lodged with Human Resources, University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, G1 1XQ by 25 May 2010.  
4. For informal enquiries please contact Professor Martin Dawson (m.dawson@strath.ac.uk)
5. Applicants who wish an acknowledgement of their paper application should address and stamp the enclosed postcard. Online applications will be acknowledged electronically.
6. Salery £36,715 – £45,155, Fixed Term – 4 years
7. Formal interviews for the post will be held on 11 June 2010.
8. The University operates a normal retirement age of 65 or the September following 65th birthday.   Applications will only be accepted from people up to the age of 64 years and 6 months at the date of their application unless otherwise stated.  This is in line with the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006.
9. BRIEF OUTLINE OF THE JOB: You will be expected to develop independent research programmes that will complement and extend existing activity at the boundary between Photonics and the Life Sciences. One of your aims will be to contribute leadership in the coordination of integrated photonic device expertise throughout Scotland, by playing a crucial role in linking with experts in micro-fabrication and establishing a coordinated approach to this work.
10. The following criteria are considered essential:-

                        ·    PhD in photonics or related subject

·    Experience of applying relevant analytical skills, techniques and methods

·    Experience, achievement and reputation in the discipline

·    Experience of developing research methodologies, and devising models, approaches, techniques, critiques and methods

·    High level analytical capability

·    Track record of published research

·    Supervisory and team management experience/skills

·    Highly developed technical communication skills

·    Use initiative and creativity to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio

 11.      The following criteria are considered desirable:-

            ·    Experience of working with industry

·    Broad experience of microfabrication techniques as applied to a range of hard and soft photonic materials

·    Familiarity with the emerging discipline of QIT

·    Evidence of attracting research funding and/or bids to support research programmes

·    Ability to motivate others and/or mentor colleagues with less experience advising on personal development

·    Ability to work as part of a team

11. For further information on the Institute, please visit www.photonics.ac.uk
12. Further information is available at http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk/