Universidade de Vigo

Security of quantum key distribution implementations. Ref. 1525-158137

OFFER REFERENCE 1525-158137

Open  18/07/2025
Deadline  01/08/2025

Indefinite contract

Work to be performed:

Analyze the security of quantum key distribution implementations.

Functions to be performed:

  • Read scientific literature in the field of quantum communication and quantum key distribution (QKD) systems.
  • Analyze the security of QKD implementations, taking into account typical device imperfections.
  • Design QKD systems more robust to the imperfections of their devices.
  • Perform numerical simulations on the performance (i.e. secret key rate versus distance) of these systems as a function of the imperfections of the devices.

Required qualifications: PhD, preferable in the fields of Physics, Optics, Mathematics, or Engineering.

Gross monthly salary: 3.600,00 € (including the apportionments of extra payments)

Workday: 37.5 hours per week

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