Postdoc positions in quantum algorithms and theory of quantum computing
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 January 30, 2016 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).
A two week conference on Fault-Tolerant Quantum Technologies held at the Centro de Ciencias de Benasque Pedro Pascual in Benasque, Spain. The workshop will host a small number of morning talks reporting the latest advances while providing ample free time for researchers to exchange ideas and strike up new collaborations.
Invited speakers include (alphabetically):
– Hector Bombin (Copenhagen, Denmark)
– Sergey Bravyi (IBM, USA)
– Steve Flammia (Sydney, Australia) TBC
– Jay Gambetta (IBM, USA)
– Krysta Svore (Microsoft, USA)
– Barbara Terhal (Aachen, Germany)
The programme will consist of a limited number of contributed talks. These talks are intended to guide discussions and interactions, with most of the meeting being unscheduled and reserved for collaboration.
Prof. Xiaodi Wu in the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Oregon is seeking motivated Phd students in the area of quantum information and computation.
Prof. Wu’s current research focus includes quantum computational complexity, Hamiltonian complexity, as well as quantum cryptography. More information about his research can be found at https://ix.cs.uoregon.edu/~xiaodiwu/.
Preferred qualifications for this position
• Background in quantum mechanics and/or quantum computation.
• Background in theory of computation and/or cryptography.
Start Date:
The anticipated start date is September 2016 with some flexibility.
School of Physics,
Faculty of Science
Reference no. 2159/1015
Research focused in quantum information theory and/or quantum many-body physics
Fixed term for two years (remuneration package: $100k-135k p.a. which includes leave loading and up to 17% super)
The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff, supporting over 52,000 students.
We require a postdoctoral theorist to undertake research in quantum information theory and/or quantum many-body physics, on topics that align with the research directions currently pursued by the theory group.
Selection criteria for Level A
Applicants for this position must satisfy the following essential criteria:
a PhD in Physics or a related discipline
demonstrated capacity to conduct theoretical research in quantum information theory or quantum many-body physics and work in a team environment
excellent oral and written communication skills.
Desirable criteria include:
a background in quantum information theory, quantum many-body physics or related areas
a track record of having conducted research independently
a background in quantum information theory as applied to quantum many body systems and spin lattices.
Selection criteria for Level B (In addition to essential criteria for level A)
a track record of having conducted research independently;
Desirable criteria include:
demonstrated capacity to co-supervise research students on projects in this area, with assistance and mentoring from senior academic staff
a track record of performing research in quantum information theory as applied to quantum many body systems and spin lattices.
The position is fixed term for two years, subject to completion of a satisfactory probationary period for new appointees. Further offer of up to one year may be available subject to funding and performance.
The Quantum Physics Research Group supports a flexible working environment; subject to visa restrictions, this opportunity is available as either a full-time or part-time position
Travel support to QIP 2016 for US-based students and postdocs
Deadline: November 11th, 2015
Context: The NSF has awarded a grant to partially support the costs of traveling to and attending the QIP 2016 conference in Banff for students and postdocs with substantial need. Grants will range up to approximately US$1000 per person.
The Quantum Architectures and Computation (QuArC) group of Microsoft Research Station Q is looking for exceptional postdoctoral candidates. Positions are available beginning in the summer/fall of 2016. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in areas such as quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum computation, and/or quantum circuit design and optimization.
The Physics Department at the Université de Sherbrooke invites applications for up to five postdoctoral positions in the areas of quantum materials, quantum information, and quantum engineering, and, especially at their intersections.The Université de Sherbrooke’s project “From Quantum Sciences to Quantum Technologies” was recently awarded $33,5M by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund and $8M by the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. Its mission is to become a world leader in research and education that takes advantage of the unique synergies offered by its existing strengths in quantum materials, quantum information, and quantum engineering.
A PhD and significant evidence of excellence in research, or evidence of strong potential for technological transfer of research projects are required. These postdoctoral positions are for a period of two years with possibility of extension. Outstanding candidates will be considered for our prized postdoctoral position of up to five years. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive support including a research and travel fund, opportunities to invite visiting collaborators and to organize workshops and conferences.Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to work in close collaboration with one or ideally more than one faculty member, and will have opportunities to interact with leading theoretical and experimental physicists and engineers.
The physics department offers a dynamic research environment and encourages research crossing the boundaries between its existing research strengths. The 14 faculty of the department conduct research in the following areas: Superconductivity, strongly correlated electrons, topologically ordered materials, magnetism, quantum algorithms, quantum error-correction, superconducting qubits, quantum-enhanced metrology, solid-state spin qubits, photonics, and mesoscopic physics. In addition, members of the department maintain strong ties with engineers, whose expertise including micro-/nano-fabrication, cold electronics, single-electron transistors, packaging and integration. Many faculty are members of the following networks: RQMP (Regroupement Québécois sur les Matériaux de Pointe), INTRIQ (INstitut TRansdisciplinaire d’Informatique Quantique), Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (Quantum Materials and Quantum Information Processing programs). They have access to world-class computing resources and facilities for nanotechnologies, materials and device characterization.
Please send a CV, with a cover letter containing a short description of the research program. Arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly. The material must be sent to
Candidates can contact any of the faculty members for enquiries.
Only material received on November 30th, 2015 or before will be considered.
The University follows the principle of equal access for women. Amongst equally qualified candidates, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University supports equal employment opportunity for women, visible minorities, members of first nations and the disabled.
The Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS) 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 error correction and fault tolerance, quantum-enhanced metrology, quantum cryptography and quantum-secure cryptography, implementations of quantum information processing, foundations of quantum mechanics, applications of quantum information to physics, 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 any area of quantum information processing. 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 November 15, 2015, 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. Submit applications through AcademicJobsOnline at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6083.
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.
An opportunity to broaden your knowledge, make new contacts, and have an impact on research and funding is available by becoming a temporary Program Director (rotator) at the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Currently, the Physics Division at NSF is considering adding a third member to the team that directs the theoretical and experimental Atomic, Molecular and Optical (AMO) Physics programs and the Quantum Information Science (QIS) program. These programs connect to multiple other scientific areas within the Division and, indeed, across multiple Divisions and Directorates within NSF. The Division seeks candidates who would be able to steward the AMO/QIS programs to take advantage of new intellectual frontiers as they emerge and position the programs to interact with other NSF programs that have an interdisciplinary connection. The extensive cross-NSF interaction of this opportunity offers the incumbent a rare opportunity to expand his or her own intellectual horizons to other sub-disciplines within the AMO-QIS community, and even to other fields such as Mathematics, Condensed Matter Physics, Computer Science, and Engineering.
Nominations of promising potential candidates (including self-nominations) should be sent to Bradley Keister, the Deputy Division Director () by September 15th. Applications for this position only requires the submission of a CV and a cover letter expressing an interest. This process is described in more detail in the Dear Colleague letter at http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2015/phy15001/phy15001.jsp?org=PHY .
The Quantum Theory and Information group at Singapore University of Technology and Design is currently seeking two postdoctoral fellows for a project related to the development of novel quantum cryptographic protocols.
The first position is a fixed one year fellowship associated with developing protocols for blind quantum computation in a multi-user setting.
The second position is for up to three years and focuses on developing quantum communications protocols which can be used as building blocks for new cryptographic protocols.
Candidates should be creative, highly motivated, and interested to work in an interdisciplinary and very collaborative environment. In order to be considered for the position, candidates must have a strong background in quantum computation and hold a PhD in physics, theoretical computer science, mathematics or a related discipline, or expect one to be awarded before the commencement of the fellowship.
Applications should consist of a full CV, list of publications, and names and electronic contact details of three referees. Applications and informal inquiries should be sent via email to the project PIs Joe Fitzsimons (joseph_fitzsimons [at] sutd.edu.sg) and Si-Hui Tan (sihui_tan [at] sutd.edu.sg). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
