Quantum Lab Technician

Methodfi; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A startup in quantum technologies is seeking a motivated individual for an entry-level position. The role involves supporting small batch production, engaging in research and development of quantum technologies, and building supplier relationships. Ideal candidates should have a degree in physics or engineering, be comfortable in a lab environment, and possess coding skills, preferably in Python. The company offers a milestone bonus scheme, annual leave and a flexible work schedule, enabling a dynamic work environment where you can make an impact.

Benefits

Companywide milestone bonus scheme

26 days annual leave + full salary-based pension contribution

Flexible core hours

Regular team outings, training & knowledge-sharing sessions

Half-day knowledge-building every 2 weeks

Qualifications

• Keen and experienced with laboratory experimental work.
• Fast learner and self-motivated/pro-active.
• Comfortable with working on small components.

Responsibilities

• Support small batch production Aquark products.
• Source components and build supplier relationships.
• Write documentation for production and training.
• Develop internal production processes.
• Write code for automation and analysis.

Skills

Laboratory experimental work

Coding for control and data analysis (ideally Python)

Excellent written and verbal skills

Tidy and organised

Team player

Education

Undergrad degree in physics or engineering (2.2 and above)

Job description

The Role:

This is an exciting and varied entry-level role, giving you the opportunity to work hands-on across a breadth of different verticals (optics, electronics, vacuum), our products and help to create an optimised lab environment to turbo-charge our capabilities.

What You'll Do:

• Support small batch production Aquark products
• Support Research and development into Quantum technologies
• Source components and build supplier relationships
• Help maintain a tidy and safe work place
• Write documentation for production and training
• Promote Aquark through industrial and academic meetings
• Support writing of journal articles and white papers
• Develop internal production processes
• Help design and build optical, electronics and vacuum systems
• Write code for automation and analysis
• Test and evaluation of products and subsystems

What We Are Looking For:

• Undergrad degree in physics or engineering (2.2 and above)
• Keen and experienced with laboratory experimental work
• Fast learner and self motivated/pro-active
• Experience in coding for control and data analysis (ideally Python)
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Tidy and organised
• Comfortable with working on small components
• Team player

What We Offer:

💰 Companywide milestone bonus scheme

🌴 26 days annual leave + full salary-based pension contribution

🕑 Flexible core hours

🤝 Regular team outings, training & knowledge-sharing sessions

📚 Half-day knowledge-building every 2 week

About Us:

At Aquark Technologies, we’re shaping the future of quantum sensing and cold atom technology. Spun out from the University of Southampton, we’re developing the world’s most portable, high-performance cold atom traps, enabling next-generation sensors for navigation, security, and metrology.

Following a major research contract win, we’re expanding our team. This is your chance to join a fast-moving start-up, work on cutting-edge science, and make a real impact.