Applied Quantum Researcher

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Quantum Photonics Research Engineer. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!

📍 Ann Arbor, MI
💼 Long-Term Contract
💰 Pay Rate: $54.00/hr

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Quantum Photonics Research Engineer to design, develop, and characterize advanced quantum photonic devices and systems. This role involves hands-on experimental work, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and contributions to publications, intellectual property, and prototype development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement quantum photonic devices and subsystems including single-photon sources, entangled photon generation, and low-count measurement systems.
• Conduct research in quantum information and communication techniques (e.g., squeezed light, quantum interference, mode decomposition).
• Explore new applications for quantum technologies outside traditional information science.
• Design and execute rigorous experiments to characterize photonics components under varied environmental conditions (temperature, vibration, magnetic fields).
• Support the development of a quantum information test bench with standardized calibration and automated measurement systems.
• Develop, test, and integrate single-photon sources into larger system architectures while maintaining quantum state fidelity.
• Work effectively within cross-disciplinary research teams, contributing to prototypes, patents, and scientific publications.
• Maintain and support a strong workplace safety culture.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Requirements:

• Quantum Systems: Deep understanding of entanglement, nonlinear state generation, mode decomposition, and spin physics.
• Optical Systems: Proficiency with laser systems, optical design, precision alignment, free-space coupling, and photon detection.
• Instrumentation: Hands-on experience with chip-scale photonics testing, fiber alignment, instrument synchronization, and experimental data validation.
• Programming: Strong skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for data analysis and instrument control.
• Scientific Communication: Ability to clearly present results using graphs, mathematics, and technical documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Simulation & Modeling: Experience with integrated photonics design and FDTD simulation tools (Lumerical, COMSOL, CST).
• Electronics: Familiarity with high-speed electronics, PCB layout, and optoelectronic packaging.
• Fabrication: Experience with nanofabrication techniques such as e-beam lithography and etching.

Benefits

As a Quantum Photonics Research Engineer with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.

At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:

· Medical, dental, and vision

· 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities

· Paid time off, including holidays

· 529 college savings program

Make the most of your experience!

Apply now!

For this opportunity, the successful candidate will be directly employed by Bartech Staffing as a W2 employee while providing services to our client, who is looking for people who are eligible to work in the US and can start immediately.

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