Error Correction for Free-Space Quantum Communications
PhD Scholarship
PhD Opportunity in error correction codes for free-space quantum communications. This includes new analysis, design and decoding methods for error correction codes for information reconciliation in continuous variable quantum key distribution.
Expression of Interest - PhD Opportunity in error correction codes for free-space quantum communications
We invite expressions of interest to enrol in a PhD focused on error correction codes for free-space quantum communications
This includes developing new analysis, design and decoding methods for error correction codes for information reconciliation in continuous variable quantum key distribution (CV-QKD) and the CV quantum communications more broadly.
What you’ll be working on
- Developing new QKD methods which adapt to the rapid variation in turbulence, interference, absorption and diffraction over the satellite’s orbital path as it happens.
- Designing new rate less error correction schemes which adapt the code rate to the channel to enable zero-word error rate decoding without the burden of high decoding complexity
Why join us?
Work alongside world-leading researchers in error correction codes with a strong track record of successful PhD supervision. You’ll benefit from exceptional mentorship, comprehensive research support, and professional development opportunities — both internally and through collaborations with leading universities and external organisations. Applicants from a range of disciplines or fields will be considered, including electrical, electronics, computer systems or telecommunications engineering.
If you're curious about whether your background might be a fit for this project, feel free to contact us.
PhD Scholarship details
Funding: ARC funded scholarship- $38,938 per annum (2026 rate) indexed annually. For a PhD candidate, the living allowance scholarship and tuition fee scholarship are for 3.5 years. Scholarships also include up to $1,500 relocation allowance. The scholarship will be offered to the successful candidate subject to the grant/funding being fully established.
Supervisor: Professor Sarah Johnson
Available to: Domestic and International students
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Eligibility Criteria
The applicant will need to meet the minimum eligibility criteria for admission.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should send an email expressing their interest along with scanned copies of their academic transcripts, CV, and a brief statement of their research interests that specifically links them to the research project.
Please send the email expressing interest to Basit.Shahab@newcastle.edu.au by 5pm on 30 April 2026.
Applications Close 30 April 2026 Apply Now
- Contact: Dr Basit Shahab
- Phone: +61 2 4055 0842
- Email: Basit.Shahab@newcastle.edu.au
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