Postdoctoral Researcher In Experimental Quantum Optics

7 days ago


Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada Université de Moncton Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year


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Postdoctoral researcher in experimental quantum optics

Faculty of science, Quantum Lab Moncton (QLM)

(One year position, with renewal possibility)

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Quantum Lab Moncton is led by Dr. Deny Hamel, Canada Research Chair in Optics and Quantum Information. It is based at the Université de Moncton, which is in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. Our work is focused on using nonlinear optics to enable quantum information technologies. More information is available on the group's website at

GENERAL INFORMATION:

This position is for a postdoctoral researcher at Quantum Lab Moncton under the direction of Dr. Deny Hamel. The successful applicant will join our experimental quantum optics group to work on novel methods of manipulating entangled photon states for quantum technologies. This role is part of a three-year project exploring applications of photon precertification for quantum information.

  • ANNUAL SALARY: $45,000 to $60,000, according to experience
  • FULL TIME: 35 hours/week
  • TEMPORARY POSITION: 1 year, with renewal possibility
  • START DATE: March 1st, 2026 (flexible)
  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 4th, 2026

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents before the application deadline, quoting the reference number (UM25-OUF142_M :

  • A curriculum vitae
  • a list of publications
  • Electronic contact details of two possible references
  • a cover letter stating their research interest

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Université de Moncton is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, men, and non-binary people, as well as Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups (visible minorities and racialized persons), gender minorities, and members of the 2ELGBTQIA+ community. On a voluntary basis, applicants may also complete the employment equity self-identification form.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this competition is open primarily to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.



What you'll do
Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant is expected to:

  • Perform quantum optics research as part of a collaborative research group.
  • Write manuscripts for scientific publications.
  • Disseminate research results at national and international scientific conferences.
  • Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate students.


What you'll need
Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Hold a PhD in physics, optics, quantum information, or a closely related field.
  • Conduct original research in quantum information, optics, or photonics.
  • Work both independently and within a collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
  • Maintain accurate and clean records with attention to detail.

ASSETS:

  • Possess experience in a quantum optics laboratory.

OTHER:

  • A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.


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A little bit about us
Université de Moncton

L'Université de Moncton est un établissement d'enseignement postsecondaire formé de trois campus exclusivement de langue française. Les trois campus sont situés dans les trois principales régions francophones du Nouveau-Brunswick, soit :

  • Le Sud-Est (Moncton) : Un campus à l'image d'une université vibrante et diversifiée. Situé dans une région trépidante de culture et de divertissement, Moncton est un véritable centre urbain avec des plages et des parcs naturels à proximité.
  • Le Nord-Est (Shippagan) : Un campus situé près de la mer, dans la belle Péninsule acadienne. Un campus invitant et dynamique
  • Le Nord-Ouest (Edmundston) : Un campus qui se distingue grâce à des installations conviviales et à la disponibilité de son corps professoral. Ses bâtiments ancestraux, qui rappellent son riche patrimoine, sont animés d'une ambiance cordiale qui témoigne de la dimension humaine d'une communauté résolument ouverte sur le monde.

VISION

Par son influence, l'Université de Moncton veut être la référence en matière de transformation des sociétés dans une perspective d'inclusion, d'innovation et d'écoresponsabilité.

MISSION

Acadienne et de langue française, l'Université de Moncton se consacre à l'avancement des connaissances et à la formation de personnes créatives et engagées.

VALEURS

Respect

L'Université de Moncton s'engage à être intègre, bienveillante et à l'écoute afin d'entretenir un climat de confiance qui encourage la libre expression et qui mène à l'engagement citoyen et à l'épanouissement personnel et professionnel.

Inclusion

L'Université de Moncton assure l'équité, célèbre la diversité et offre un milieu inclusif. Les membres de la communauté universitaire sont solidaires des personnes et des groupes en quête de justice.

Accessibilité

Forte de son réseau, l'Université de Moncton met ses savoirs et son enseignement à la disposition des personnes souhaitant étudier en français.

Engagement

À la recherche du bien commun, grâce à son leadership, l'Université de Moncton est engagée avec ses communautés à trouver des solutions viables aux enjeux contemporains.

Fondé en 1963, l'établissement compte aujourd'hui près de 5 500 étudiantes et étudiants. Elle offre près de 200 programmes aux trois cycles d'études dans diverses disciplines. Dans la plupart des programmes, les deux premières années sont offertes aux trois campus, les autres années s'effectuant au campus de Moncton. L'Université de Moncton offre une variété de cours et de programmes en ligne tels que des programmes liés aux domaines de l'administration, de l'éducation, des sciences humaines et sociales et des langues secondes (p. ex. Certificat en gestion de la sécurité de l'information des entreprises, la Maîtrise en administration des affaires et la Maîtrise en éducation).

Abritant une infrastructure de recherche d'importance croissante, l'Université de Moncton a développé des axes de recherche majeurs en études acadiennes et milieux minoritaires, en santé, en environnement, en technologies de l'information et de la communication, ainsi qu'en optique et en matériaux de pointe.

L'Université de Moncton est fière d'avoir le plus bas ratio corps professoral/population étudiante au pays ; avec un ratio d'un professeur pour 14 étudiants, une réelle proximité se crée dans ses classes. L'Université a également un excellent taux de placement au premier cycle de 97 pour cent, alors que la plupart des diplômées et diplômés restent dans la province du Nouveau-Brunswick à la suite de l'obtention de leur diplôme.

L'Université de Moncton croit fermement que la qualité de la formation repose sur une base solide sur le plan académique et l'apprentissage pratique en milieu de stage. En optant pour le régime coopératif, l'étudiante ou l'étudiant a la chance de faire plus d'un stage au cours de ses études afin d'acquérir de l'expérience professionnelle.

Pour de plus amples informations au sujet de l'Université de Moncton, prière de visiter notre site Web.




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