Applied Research Lead - Quantum Networks

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•New York, NY

48d•$164,350 - $260,000

About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work with Global Technology Applied Research (GTAR) center at JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPMC). The goal of GTAR is to design and conduct research across multiple frontier technologies, in order to enable novel discoveries and inventions, and to inform and develop next-generation solutions for the firm's clients and businesses. As an Applied Research Lead - Quantum Networking in Global Technology Applied Research, you will leverage your solid quantum key distribution (QKD) theory background to promote quantum-safe networking innovations at JPMorgan Chase. You will contribute to foundational and applied research in quantum information science, quantum cryptography, and related mathematical frameworks, advancing the security and capabilities of quantum technologies.

Requirements

PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on quantum information or cryptography theory.
Minimum of 2 years of industry experience (after PhD) in quantum information science, quantum cryptography, or a closely related research area
Hands-on working knowledge of semi-definite programming, location verification, certified randomness, and relativistic cryptography.
Proven publication record demonstrating hands-on expertise in semi-definite programming, location verification, certified randomness, device-independent protocols, zero-knowledge proofs, and relativistic cryptography, with publications in prestigious journals such as Nature, Science, or Physical Review Letters.
Strong background in quantum mechanics, quantum information, and cryptography. Hands on knowledge about the proof techniques for finite-size security analysis like entropy accumulation theorem.
Demonstrated expertise in quantum information theory.
Experience with quantum key distribution, quantum-safe cryptographic algorithms, or related areas.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, or MATLAB.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with experimental quantum optics or quantum communication systems.
Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography.
Familiarity with the financial industry.
Knowledge of security standards and regulatory requirements for cryptographic systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Conduct theoretical and applied research in quantum information science and quantum cryptography.
Develop and analyze financial applications of quantum networks like quantum cryptography protocols.
Apply hands-on expertise in semi-definite programming to quantum information and cryptographic problems.
Design and analyze protocols for location verification, certified randomness, and relativistic cryptography.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to translate theoretical insights into practical applications.
Publish research findings in prestigious journals such as Nature, Science, or Physical Review Letters, and present at leading conferences.
Stay current with advancements in quantum computing, quantum information theory, and cryptography.
Evaluate the security and efficiency of classical and quantum cryptographic schemes.
Develop proof-of-concept implementations and simulations to validate theoretical models.
Contribute to patent filings and intellectual property development.