Senior Research Scientist (Quantum Sensing)

Nanyang Technological University

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NTU Main Campus, Singapore Until 8/21/2026 8+ years exp First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted May 29, 2026
Job description

Temasek Laboratories@NTU

TL@NTU explores the frontiers in science and develops strategic technologies to enhance the defence and security of Singapore. TL@NTU forms part of the defence technology community in Singapore alongside DSO National Laboratories, Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), Temasek Laboratories @ NUS and @SUTD and the local defence industry.

The Centre for Quantum Sensing Technology (CQST) advances the science and engineering of next‑generation quantum sensors, with core programmes in cold‑atom sensing, quantum photonics, quantum materials, and superconducting sensor technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be involved to work on the development and characterisation of solid-state quantum sensors (e.g. color centres in diamond). The successful candidate will work on sub-projects assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI) and be involved in the design and set up of laboratory instrumentations and development of experimental protocols.

The job scope includes

  • To develop experiments in consultation with PI (supported by rigorous scientific, engineering and literature backed design) and lead sub-projects assigned by the PI

  • To ensure conduct and proper documentations of experiments, project meetings, discussions with collaborators

  • To assist PI in leading, training and mentoring lab staff and students related to the project

  • To assist PI in ensuring the operational integrity of the laboratory, provide relevant trainings to staff, students and collaborators as relevant

  • To support PI in events, publications, proposals, planning, monitoring, reporting related to mission of the lab as relevant

Job Requirements: 

  • Minimally PhD in physics, engineering, materials engineering or equivalent with at least 8-years or more industry experiences in relevant roles

  • Relevant prior experience in quantum related work would be advantageous

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

About this role

Summary

Develop and characterise quantum sensors, lead experiments, mentor staff, and support research projects.

Job title

Senior Research Scientist (Quantum Sensing)

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

defence and research

Location requirements

On-site at NTU Singapore, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

phd in physics or engineeringlaboratory instrumentationexperimental designquantum sensors

Preferred skills

cold-atom sensingquantum photonicssuperconducting sensorscollaborative research

Specializations

quantum sensingsolid-state sensorsquantum materialsexperimental protocols
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site