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JPMorganChase · 2 months ago

Applied Research Lead - Quantum Networks

450 W 33rd St, New York, NY, 10001, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$164K/yr - $260K/yr

2+ years exp

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking an Applied Research Lead in Quantum Networking to join their Global Technology Applied Research team. This role involves conducting research in quantum information science and cryptography, developing quantum networking innovations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate theoretical insights into practical applications.

Asset ManagementBankingFinancial Services

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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

Qualification

Quantum information scienceQuantum cryptographySemi-definite programmingQuantum key distributionProgramming in PythonQuantum-safe algorithmsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

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

Preferred

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

Company

JPMorganChase

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With a history tracing its roots to 1799 in New York City, JPMorganChase is one of the world's oldest, largest, and best-known financial institutions—carrying forth the innovative spirit of our heritage firms in global operations across 100 markets.

Founded in 2000

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.jpmorganchase.com/

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