Applied Research Lead

1 month ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States JPMorganChase Full time

Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work with Global Technology Applied Research (GTAR) center at JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPMC). The goal of GTAR is to design and conduct research across multiple frontier technologies, in order to enable novel discoveries and inventions, and to inform and develop next-generation solutions for the firm's clients and businesses.
As a senior 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

  • Advance the quantum cryptography research program at JPMC
  • Design and develops novel quantum-safe protocols for financial use cases
  • Contribute to intellectual property disclosures and publish in international peer-review journals
  • Contribute 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
  • 3 years post-doctoral experience in a competitive quantum cryptography/information research group
  • 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

About Us
JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
The Chief Technology Office oversees enabling components inclusive of the top quality engineering and architecture tools and practices, key program management and processes as well as the technology workforce strategy required to make us a leading technology company for our customers, clients and colleagues around the world.
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