As a quantum cryptography researcher in Global Technology Applied Research, you have solid quantum key distribution (QKD) theory background to drive quantum-safe networking innovations at JPMorgan Chase. The role will contribute to the research program of the Quantum Security and Networking team. The role is expected to collaborate with a highly interdisciplinary team, consisting of researchers and engineers from different technical disciplines, who may be located in different cities across the globe.

Job responsibilities

• Advances the quantum cryptography research program at JPMC
• Designs and develop novel quantum-safe protocols for financial use cases
• Contributes to intellectual property disclosures and publish in international peer-review journals
• Contributes to establishing JPMC’s reputation in the scientific field via publication of select results in prestigious venues
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Ph.D. degree in Quantum Cryptography or Quantum Information Theory
• Proven track record in research (e.g., publications in high-impact factor journals and active participation in leading conferences like QCRYPT)
• Working knowledge of semi-definite programming and numerical optimization techniques 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Expertise in applied quantum cryptography with experience in designing loss-tolerant and device-independent quantum information protocols.
• Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography assumptions and their applications to quantum cryptography