About the role
Research Fellow / Research Associate (Quantum Hacking and Practical Quantum Security Evaluation) is a active engineering role at ntu in NTU Main Campus, Singapore. Open the role to review the official description and apply on the company site.
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced R&D in the practical security evaluation and side-channel resistant design of QKD and countermeasures for quantum cryptography implementations.
- Systematically conduct vulnerability analysis and side-channel exploitation studies of QKD.
- Develop and execute characterization and metrology procedures for quantifying security-relevant parameters of QKD components and protocols
- Implement and reproduce known and investigate novel quantum hacking scenarios under controlled conditions to assess the security and robustness of QKD systems.
- Build and test prototypes and proof-of-concept systems that demonstrate practical evaluation in physical testbeds.
- Design and develop dedicated hardware and software security evaluation instruments, including the design and implementation of modular testbed architectures for QKD testing and evaluation.
- Prepare technical reports, test procedures, and datasets supporting standardization, certification, and benchmarking efforts.
- Translate research insights into tools, methodologies, and frameworks for quantum security testing and certification in interdisciplinary and international teams
- Contribute to publications in leading international conferences and journals in quantum communication, simulation, and cybersecurity.
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and system design descriptions to support ongoing projects.
Requirements
- PhD or MSc/MEng in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Quantum Technology, with a focus on experimental quantum optics or quantum communication systems.
- Strong foundation in QKD theory and protocols, particularly Discrete Variable (DV-QKD), including implementation details and known attack vectors.
- Laboratory expertise in optical alignment, calibration, and quantum component setup, ideally with prior experience in implementing or reproducing attacks on QKD sources or single-photon detectors.
- , fast signal processing, and circuit design, including FPGA-based control, real-time acquisition, and hardware description languages (HDL).
- Proficiency in scientific programming and laboratory automation
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- Strong analytical, independent problem-solving, and project execution skills under time constraints.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to bridge domains (quantum theory, hardware, security engineering) in a multidisciplinary, international team.
- Familiarity with the quantum technology policy and standardization landscape is an advantage.
- We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
- Hiring Institution: NTU