Post-doctoral Research Associate Adiabatic Quantum Computation
\nLondon Centre for Nanotechnology<\/p>\n
Title: Post-Doctoral Research Associate Accountable to: Dr Paul Warburton and Dr Simone Severini<\/p>\n Summary of Job Function: Duties and Responsibilities: London Centre for Nanotechnology \u2022 The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within the Person specification: London Centre for Nanotechnology: Application procedure: Post-doctoral Research Associate Adiabatic Quantum Computation London Centre for Nanotechnology Title: Post-Doctoral Research Associate Reference: 1249717 Grade: UCL Grade 7 Salary: \u00a329,249 – \u00a335,938 per annum (in addition to London Allowance of \u00a32,806) Terms and Conditions: In accordance with the … Continue reading
\nReference: 1249717
\nGrade: UCL Grade 7
\nSalary: \u00a329,249 – \u00a335,938 per annum (in addition to London Allowance of \u00a32,806)
\nTerms and Conditions: In accordance with the conditions of employment
\nas laid down in the relevant UCL Staff policies
\nWeb: https:\/\/www.london-nano.com\/our-people\/vacancies\/all<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe PDRA will develop adiabatic quantum computation (AQC) algorithms,
\nspecifically applied to machine learning, pattern recognition and
\nclassification, or many-body physical systems; the precise problem(s)
\nto be solved will be determined by the interests and skills of the
\nappointed person. The appointee will work closely with collaborators
\nat ISI in the University of Southern California (USC) under our
\n\u201cGlobal Engagement for Global Impact\u201d programme, funded by EPSRC. The
\npost is funded for a period of 12 months.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Carry out research and be responsible for key aspects of the overall
\nResearch Project focusing on developing algorithms which are suitable
\nfor solution using adiabatic quantum computation.
\n\u2022 Collaborate with co-investigators on the Project together with
\ncollaborators at USC. It is expected that the PDRA will spend a
\nsignificant period physically located at USC, in addition to regular
\nremote interaction with colleagues there.
\n\u2022 Perform \u201cbenchmarking\u201d tests of AQC algorithms using hardware at USC
\nalong with comparative tests using conventional cluster tools at UCL.
\n\u2022 Contribute to the drafting and submitting of papers to peer reviewed
\njournals\/conferences\/workshops, of progress reports as required, and
\nof further research bids and proposals.
\n\u2022 Contribute to the overall activities of the centre\/department and of
\nthe research team as required.
\n\u2022 Contribute to the induction and training of other research staff and
\nstudents as requested.<\/p>\n
\n17-19 Gordon Street
\nLondon WC1H 0AH
\nwww.london-nano.com<\/p>\n
\nscope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by Dr Warburton and
\nDr Severini. If duties and responsibilities change, the job
\ndescription will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the
\npostholder.
\n\u2022 The postholder will actively follow UCL policies including Equal
\nOpportunities and Race Equality policies.
\n\u2022 The postholder will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire
\nand Health & Safety Regulations.<\/p>\n
\nEducational Qualifications:
\nEssential:
\nApplicants should have a PhD in theoretical physics or computer
\nscience or mathematics, or at least have submitted their thesis.
\n\u2022 Expertise in quantum computation.
\n\u2022 A research track-record of publication in any area of theoretical
\nquantum computation.
\n\u2022 Fluency and clarity in spoken English.
\n\u2022 Good written English.
\n\u2022 Ability to work collaboratively as part of team.
\n\u2022 Commitment to high quality research.
\n\u2022 Ability to deliver adequate training and support to other lab users.
\nDesirable:
\n\u2022 Experience of any aspect of adiabatic quantum computation.
\n\u2022 Theoretical familiarity with Ising spin-chain systems<\/p>\n
\nThe London Centre for Nanotechnology is an interdisciplinary joint
\nenterprise between University College London and Imperial College
\nLondon. In bringing together worldclass infrastructure and leading
\nnanotechnology research activities, the Centre aims to attain the
\ncritical mass to compete with the best facilities abroad. Research
\nprogrammes are aligned to three key areas, namely Planet Care,
\nHealthcare and Information Technology and exploit core competencies in
\nbiomedical, physical and engineering sciences. The Centre occupies a
\npurpose-built eight storey facility in Gordon Street, Bloomsbury, as
\nwell as extensive facilities within different departments at South
\nKensington. LCN researchers have access to state-of-the-art
\nclean-room, characterisation, fabrication, manipulation and design
\nlaboratories. This experimental research is complemented by leading
\nedge modelling, visualisation and theory. LCN has strong relationships
\nwith the broader nanotechnology and commercial communities, and is
\ninvolved in much major collaboration. As the world\u2019s only such
\nfacility to be located in the heart of a metropolis, LCN has superb
\naccess to corporate, investment and industrial partners. LCN is at the
\nforefront of training in nanotechnology, and has a strong media
\npresence aimed at educating the public and bringing transparency to
\nthis emerging science.<\/p>\n
\nFurther details about the post and the application procedure are
\navailable at www.london-nano.com<\/a>.
\nIf you are unable to apply online please contact Ms Denise Ottley at
\nthe London Centre for Nanotechnology, d.ottley AT ucl.ac.uk or 17-19
\nGordon Street, London WC1H 0AH, for advice. Informal enquiries about
\nthe project can be made to Dr. Paul Warburton
\n( http:\/\/www.london-nano.com\/our-people\/academics\/paul-warburton <\/a>) or
\nDr Simone Severini ( http:\/\/www.homepages.ucl.ac.uk\/~ucapsse\/ <\/a>).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"