Full-time Posted June 20, 2026
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Job Description

Role

Role: KTP Associate – Semiconductor Device Engineer

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term for 24 months

About the Team

The Single-Photon Group at Heriot-Watt investigates single-photon detection and quantum communications. The group has developed pioneering single-photon avalanche diode detectors, quantum key distribution systems, and three‑dimensional imaging solutions.

Purpose of the Role

The KTP Associate will investigate aspects of semiconductor-based photodiodes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Embed in‑house capability for specification, design and industrialisation of critical semiconductor photodetector devices.
  • Work with colleagues and the manager to devise and perform experiments, modelling and analysis consistent with project goals.
  • Design and development of semiconductor‑based detectors.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

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