We would like to announce that online application for the 1st Workshop for Quantum Repeaters and Networks is now open. The workshop will be held from May 15-17, 2015 in historic Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, California. It is a follow-up to the Quantum Repeater Symposium held as a part of CLEO/QELS 2014 in San Jose. The goal of this workshop is to bring the active research community together to discuss the progress, challenges and new possible directions for quantum repeaters and networks.
The application deadline is January 31. In order to establish a productive workshop with plenty of discussions, the number of attendees at the workshop will be limited to no more than 100. Applicants are thus asked to submit either a poster abstract or a brief statement of their background and motivation for attending. Participants will be notified by the end of February.
THE QUANTUM CONTROL LABORATORY
ARC CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN ENGINEERED QUANTUM SYSTEMS (EQuS)
SCHOOL OF PHYSICS, THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
We are seeking to appoint two Research Fellows for projects focused on (1) Quantum control engineering with trapped ions, and (2) Trapped-ion quantum simulation in a Penning trap.
Primary responsibilities will include constructing and testing of novel experimental apparatus, performing experimental research, mentoring postgraduate and undergraduate students, and providing day-to-day oversight of laboratory projects and students. The positions are full-time fixed-term for one year with the possibility of extension for a further two years by mutual agreement.
The Quantum Control Laboratory at the University of Sydney is focused on studies of quantum control, quantum information, and metrology using trapped ions. The lab is a part of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Engineered Quantum Systems (EQuS) which is a broad-based collaboration of five major Australian universities focused on both fundamental and applied research in quantum physics and engineering. Our group also engages in multiple international collaborations supported by major international projects. Details of recent publications and ongoing research projects are available here: http://www.physics.usyd.edu.au/~mbiercuk
Candidates will have the opportunity to contribute broadly to the group and participate in the:
Development of new techniques in the control of quantum systems, leveraging insights from the fields of quantum physics and control engineering.
Development of new high-performance FPGA-based control systems for scalable quantum information systems.
Demonstration of new programmable quantum simulation protocols using linear ion chains and concepts from quantum control theory.
Study of exotic phenomena in quantum magnetism and quantum many-body spin physics using trapped ions.
Candidates must satisfy the following essential criteria:
PhD in physics or equivalent in a relevant field
experience in one or more of the following experimental areas: Ion Trapping, Atom Optics, Atomic Physics, Quantum Optics, Experimental Quantum Information
proven ability to work independently or cooperatively with others and lead projects to completion
evidence of proficiency at oral and written communication.
strong academic track record
Desirable criteria include:
experience in one or more relevant experimental areas including: ion trap design and construction, microwave electronics, UV laser systems, Optical system design
a proven track record of high quality publications in relevant fields.
Remuneration package: $99.6K p.a. including leave loading and up to 17% superannuation. Some assistance towards relocation cost and visa sponsorship may be available for the successful appointee if required.
Interested applicants should contact Prof. M.J. Biercuk directly via email,
There are postdoc positions available in Mathematical Physics/Quantum Information Theory in the Department of Mathematics at the Technical University in Munich (Germany). Applicants should be
• mathematicians, theoretical physicists or computer scientists,
• interested in mathematical physics, theoretical computer science, quantum information theory and/or other fields of quantum theory and its foundations,
• willing to contribute to undergraduate math education.
The positions are within the groups of Prof. Michael M. Wolf and Prof. Robert Koenig in the research unit mathematical physics. They are available starting mid-January 2015 with a flexible starting date. Candidates will be considered until all positions are filled. Applications (sent to ) should include a CV, a short research statement, a list of publications and the names and contact details of senior scientists who could provide letters of recommendation.
Applications are invited for postdoctoral positions in the group of Andris Ambainis at the Faculty of Computing, University of Latvia. Our research group is interested in the following research topics:
– quantum algorithms and complexity theory;
– quantum communication, quantum information theory and cryptography;
– connections between quantum computing and classical computer science (using ideas from quantum information to solve classical problems);
– using ideas from quantum information to study physical systems.
We are looking for candidates with an interest in one or more of these topics. Candidates can be:
– quantum information/quantum computing theorists interested in the topics above or
– classical computer scientists interested in exploring the connections between classical and quantum computer science;
Applicants should send their CV (including contact data of possible references) to Andris Ambainis (). Applications received by February 1, 2015 will receive full consideration; late applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The appointment will be for a period of 2 or 3 years.
The positions will be funded by an Advanced Grant from European Research Council (ERC, Europe’s organization for funding top-level scientists) and grants from EU’s Future and Emerging Technologies program.
EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Delivering Quantum Technologies at UCL
Applications are open for 2015 entry at EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Delivering Quantum Technologies at UCL (University College London) in Central London. The CDT provides a fully-funded 4-year training programme in quantum technologies for around 12 students per year, leading to the award of a PhD degree.
A broadly-based initial training year, covering experiment and theory and including disciplines from Physics to Engineering, Materials and Computer Science, and leading to an MRes qualification, is followed by three years of research in one of the Centre’s research groups. Collaborators include leading commercial and government laboratories with interests in quantum technologies, and a network of leading international partner centres.
A number of fully funded scholarships are available for EU nationals, both for UK and non-UK residents. We will also award a limited number of fully-funded scholarships for international students from outside the EU. In addition, we will support applications to external scholarships (e.g. ORS awards, or organisations in their home country) from strong international students. The application deadlines for such scholarship schemes are early, e.g. in January, and we advise applicants for external scholarships to contact us as soon as possible.
The Quantum Architectures and Computation Group (QuArC) at Microsoft Research is seeking exceptional graduate students for Spring/Summer 2015 internships.
Are you excited to conduct research in a collaborative, cutting-edge, industry environment? Are you passionate about quantum computation and eager to challenge yourself in new directions? Then we want to hear from you!
Each intern selected will be paired with a mentor from the QuArC team to work on a research project with the aim of achieving substantial, novel results (suitable for publication) by the end of the summer. Possible topics range from quantum algorithms, to quantum noise modeling, to quantum circuit design, and more. Internships last 12-weeks at Microsoft headquarters outside of beautiful Seattle, WA. Perks include full salary, housing, subsidized transportation, surprise Microsoft gifts, and more.
To apply, email a CV and two letters of recommendation to Krysta Svore at .
The Department of Physics & Astronomy (http://dornsife.usc.edu/physics) at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, California, is hiring a tenure-track assistant professor in Experimental Quantum Information Science anticipated to start in the fall of 2015. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in physics or a related field. Areas of specialization may include a wide range of experimental techniques such as Quantum Optics, Cold Atoms, Trapped Ions, Quantum Opto-Mechanics, Josephson devices, and other quantum coherent systems. Candidates should have demonstrated ability to build their laboratory as well as a deep understanding of both the underlying physics and experimental methodology.
Applications—including curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research interests related to the position, a statement of current research activities and future projects, as well as the names of three individuals who can be contacted by USC for references—should be uploaded by December 1, 2014. In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit an electronic USC application; follow this job link or paste in a browser: http://jobs.usc.edu/postings/31287 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The University particularly encourages women, members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting .
The meeting will be in San Antonio Texas and include the following GQI sessions. See you there!
FOCUS TOPICS:
17.1.1: Semiconductor qubits
17.1.2: Quantum error correction and decoherence control
17.1.3: Adiabatic quantum computing
17.1.4: Superconducting qubits
17.1.5: Superselection and quantum reference frames
17.1.6: Quantum characterization, verification, and validation
17.1.7: Nano/Optomechanics for Quantum Information
STANDARD SORTING CATEGORIES:
17.2: Superconducting quantum information
17.3: Semiconducting quantum information
17.4: Atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) quantum information
17.5: Topological quantum information
17.6: Algorithms and architecture for quantum information
17.7: Quantum information theory and quantum foundations
The Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS,http://quics.umd.edu) is seeking exceptional candidates for the QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellowships in Quantum Information and Computer Science.
QuICS is a research partnership between the University of Maryland (UMD) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), with the support and participation of the Research Directorate of the National Security Agency/Central Security Service. Located at the University of Maryland just outside of Washington, D.C., the center advances research and education in quantum computer science and quantum information theory. Ongoing projects at QuICS include theoretical and experimental research on quantum algorithms, quantum complexity theory, quantum communication, quantum key distribution, post-quantum cryptography, and more.
QuICS Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to work in close collaboration with one or ideally more than one Center Fellows, and will have opportunities to interact with leading computer scientists and theoretical and experimental physicists at UMD and NIST. Successful applicants may focus on quantum information, quantum complexity, post-quantum cryptography, quantum algorithms, quantum communication, or a related area. Applicants are encouraged to contact QuICS Fellows directly to inquire about current research interests.
The term of appointment is two years, with a competitive salary plus benefits and a small stipend for research expenses. The application deadline for full consideration is December 30, 2014, but applications may be considered until the positions are filled. Applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae including a complete publication list and a two-page Research Statement, and should arrange for three reference letters to be sent to .
The fellowships are named in honor of Douglas Hartree, who worked at NIST in the mid 1900s and who made fundamental advances in physics and computation.
The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
