Research Fellow - Experimental Quantum Foundations

About the role  

Griffith University’s Quantum and Advanced Technologies Research Institute (QUATRI) undertakes world-leading research in quantum theory, quantum experiments, and micro- and nano-technology. The Institute comprises more than 100 researchers with numerous collaborations. Our research encompasses many areas, including quantum information processing, quantum foundations, ultrafast quantum processes, microfluidics, nanomaterials, and compound semiconductor fabrication. The Institute hosts a node of the Australian Research Council’s Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computer Performance and Integration, and partners with many outside bodies including Psi-Quantum and the Australian Nanofabrication Facility. It is the premier place in Australia for quantum foundations research (theory and experiment).  

Key responsibilities  

We are seeking a Research Fellow in quantum foundations to work on the externally funded project, “Advancing Quantum Experiments to Test Reality Beyond Bell’s Theorem” held by Prof. Howard Wiseman, Dr Nora Tischler, and Assoc. Prof. Eric Cavalcanti at Griffith University. This grant builds on the Local Friendliness No-Go theorem published by us and co-workers (Bong et al., Nature Physics 2020), in particular aiming to perform new experiments inspired by it, and to work out the implications of the theorem and variations on it. The job will include photonic experiments in quantum foundations, and is expected to involve a combination of discrete- and continuous-variable quantum optics.   
  
Success in this role requires working closely with experimentalist Tischler and engagement with theory led by Wiseman and Cavalcanti, as well as with international collaborator Dr William Zeng (Unitary Foundation). 

About You 

• To be successful within this role, you will hold a PhD in Physics, or equivalent qualifications/work experience in a relevant field.  

• You will have demonstrated experimental research experience in quantum foundations or fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics, especially quantum information (Grade 1), or extensive research experience in such areas including leadership responsibility (Grade 2).   

• You will have a record of publication in high-quality peer-reviewed journals (Grade 1), or well-established track record of publication in esteemed peer-reviewed journals (Grade 2).   

• You will have the passion and a demonstrated ability to undertake and communicate high-quality research.   

• You will have high-level interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication skills, which enable you to collaborate and work effectively as a team member and supervise more junior team members.   

• In addition, you will have a high level of self-motivation and the ability to take initiative and work independently. 

What we can offer 

This is a full-time fixed-term opportunity for two years based at Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. 

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples. 

Salary  

Research Fellow Grade 1 or 2  

Base range RF1 – $91,705.29 - $107,420.93 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $107,295.20 - $125,682.49. 

Base range RF2- $117,076.11 - $139,031.71 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $136,979.05 - $162,667.11. 

Applicants are required to obtain full unrestricted work rights for the duration of this appointment, please note sponsorship is not available for this role.