Senior Quantum Scientist: Lead Photon Sources & Innovation

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icarus quantumSomerville (MA)

Physicists Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Icarus Quantum in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Principal Quantum Scientist to lead scaling of single- and entangled-photon sources for quantum interconnects. You will design and model quantum optical systems, plan experiments at Harvard CNS and MIT.nano, mentor scientists, and guide technical roadmaps. You will author technical documents and publications, present results to stakeholders, and help define strategic partnerships within the quantum ecosystem in a fast-paced startup setting.

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