Quantum Information Processing Job Listings

This site is devoted to listing postdoctoral and faculty job openings in quantum information theory and quantum computation, as a service to the QIP community. Anyone is welcome to send in a listing, which will be placed here for free. Job seekers should contact the listers, NOT the maintainer of this site.

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Last update: 9 January 2012.

Most Recent Postings

PhD and Postdoctoral positions, Freiburg University, Germany

The newly established quantum information group at Freiburg University invites applications for PhD and postdoctoral positions.

We work on a broad array of topics in quantum information theory, many-body theory, and mathematical physics. In addition, we aim to strengthen our profile in other areas of applied math, in particular on problems related to compressed sensing, matrix completion and other topics in machine learning theory. Please visit our web site www.qc.uni-freiburg.de for further information.

While part of the Institute of Physics, we welcome applications from researchers with a background in math, engineering, or other sciences. We value creativity, mathematical rigor, and openness to interdisciplinary collaborations.

Remuneration will be according to the German TVL E-13 scale (100% for postdoctoral researchers, 66% for doctoral candidates).

Candidates should send a full CV including a short statement of research interests to david.gross@physik.uni-freiburg.de. Please include electronic contact details of two referees. Deadline is the 12th of February. Later applications will be considered in case not all positions will have been filled.

Albert-Ludwig University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply. The selection process is subject to the German equal opportunities act ("AGG"). Part-time appointments are possible.


International Institute of Physics - Brazil

Full Professor Position Opening

The International Institute of Physics (IIP) together with the Department of Theoretical and Experimental Physics (DFTE) from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (Natal, Brazil) announces the opening of a permanent Full Professor position on the Theory of Emergent Quantum Phenomena in Condensed Matter or in Cold Atoms. This is the first of five permanent IIP/DFTE positions. The selected full Professor will lead his research group and perform his research work at the IIP. The IIP has a large number of postdoctoral researchers and visitors and the successful candidate is also encouraged to interact with them. In addition to this, the new Professor will supervise postgraduate students and give regular lecture courses at the DFTE.

The candidates will be selected by the Search Committee: Konstantin Efetov (Chair, Bochum University, Germany), Eduardo Marino (UFRJ, Brazil), Dionys Baeriswyl (University of Fribourg, Switzerland) and Itamar Procaccia (Weizmann Institute, Israel).

Application window: from 16/01/2012 until 24/02/2012

This permanent position entitles the successful candidate to an annual salary of R$156.734,00 Brazilian reais (approximately $84.111,84 US dollars) and additional research grants are available from State and National Funding agencies for the participation in scientific meetings in Brazil and abroad.

For more information access our webpage www.iip.ufrn.br, or send enquiries to director@iip.ufrn.br.


CIFAR Junior Fellowship, Nanoelectronics Program

Université de Sherbrooke, Canada

CIFAR's Nanoelectronics Program is seeking an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to fill a Junior Fellowship position beginning in or after September 2012 to work on the theory of quantum optomechanical systems based on superconducting microwave circuits and superconducting qubits. The successful candidate will work with the groups of Prof. Alexandre Blais at Université de Sherbrooke (Sherbrooke, Quebec), and Prof. Aashish Clerk at McGill University (Montréal, Quebec) under joint supervision. The project focuses on recent progress in quantum optomechanical systems which has led to a situation where truly quantum regimes of operation and regimes where strong-coupling effects are important can be realized. A full theoretical understanding of these systems in these regimes, as well as their potential utility for quantum information applications, is currently lacking; it is the goal of this project to remedy this situation.

The Junior Fellow Academy of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research is an elite fellowship program designed to build research and leadership capacity in gifted young scholars at a critical early stage of career development. The Academy provides unique opportunities for personal and professional growth through close collaboration with and mentorship from some of the best researchers in Canada and around the world.

By participating both in an innovative CIFAR research program and the leadership-building Junior Fellow Academy, Junior Fellows learn to embrace CIFAR's core values: to think broadly and imaginatively across disciplines and to collaborate on a deep level with colleagues. These valuable experiences are intended to profoundly impact a Junior Fellow's future career path. This challenging project offering great potential is further described at this address http://www.cifar.ca/files.nsf/pages/nanojuniorfellowad-fall2011. The application deadline is January 20, 2012.


Faculty Positions

International Institute of Physics - Brazil

Full Professor Position Opening

The International Institute of Physics (IIP) together with the Department of Theoretical and Experimental Physics (DFTE) from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (Natal, Brazil) announces the opening of a permanent Full Professor position on the Theory of Emergent Quantum Phenomena in Condensed Matter or in Cold Atoms. This is the first of five permanent IIP/DFTE positions. The selected full Professor will lead his research group and perform his research work at the IIP. The IIP has a large number of postdoctoral researchers and visitors and the successful candidate is also encouraged to interact with them. In addition to this, the new Professor will supervise postgraduate students and give regular lecture courses at the DFTE.

The candidates will be selected by the Search Committee: Konstantin Efetov (Chair, Bochum University, Germany), Eduardo Marino (UFRJ, Brazil), Dionys Baeriswyl (University of Fribourg, Switzerland) and Itamar Procaccia (Weizmann Institute, Israel).

Application window: from 16/01/2012 until 24/02/2012

This permanent position entitles the successful candidate to an annual salary of R$156.734,00 Brazilian reais (approximately $84.111,84 US dollars) and additional research grants are available from State and National Funding agencies for the participation in scientific meetings in Brazil and abroad.

For more information access our webpage www.iip.ufrn.br, or send enquiries to director@iip.ufrn.br.


Faculty Post [Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor] in Experimental Diamond Quantum Science

Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia

The Department of Physics and Astronomy, Macquarie University, in Sydney Australia, seeks outstanding applicants to join its Quantum Science and Technology (QSciTech) Research Centre (www.qscitech.info). With eleven staff, the QSciTech Research Centre group participates in large research projects such as the Australian Research Council's Centre for Engineered Quantum Systems (EQUS www.equs.org), Q-ESSENCE and AQUTE (European Commission Integrated Projects), and a number of other multinational projects in quantum technology. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is also host to substantial research efforts in photonics (including participation in the ARC Centre of Excellence CUDOS), astronomy and condensed matter physics.

The University seeks applicants in Experimental Diamond Quantum Science for a continuing post at Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor level (level C/D). This position includes relocation costs, start up funding, access to substantial existing laboratories (including confocal microscopes, room temp/cryogenic AFM, microwave), and dedicated research staff. In particular the post will spearhead (as a Chief Investigator), the University's substantial diamond quantum technology programme within the EQUS project - which attracts significant funding over the duration of the project, and will lead the University's new CVD Diamond Fabrication Facility (Australian National Nanofabrication Facility).

To read more about this post surf to http://tinyurl.com/diamondQSCITECH.

Deadline : 10:59pm Sunday, 26 February 2012.
Contact: Professor Jason Twamley, jason.twamley@mq.edu.au for more information.


Faculty Position in Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California

The Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical Engineering (http://ee.usc.edu) seeks outstanding faculty candidates for positions as tenure-track assistant professor, tenured associate professor or tenured professor in:

Apply online at: http://ee.usc.edu/about/2012_faculty_positions.htm

For more information, contact: Prof. Anthony Levi (alevi@usc.edu).


Faculty Positions in Experimental and Theoretical Physics, Caltech

The Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy at Caltech invites applications for tenure-track positions in experimental and theoretical physics. Areas of interest to the Division include astrophysics, atomic/molecular and optical physics, condensed matter physics, gravitational physics, high energy and nuclear physics, and quantum information science. We are primarily interested in candidates at the untenured assistant professor or associate professor ranks, but will consider applications for tenured professorial positions for exceptional cases. The initial term of appointment for an untenured position is normally four years and appointment is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D. degree. We are seeking highly qualified candidates committed to a career in research and teaching.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of papers published and submitted (with refereed papers indicated), and a brief essay describing the applicant's current research interests and the program of research they propose to carry out at Caltech.

Applicants are also requested to have at least three letters of reference submitted online at http://www.pma.caltech.edu/physics-search/ref; the names and email addresses of the referees should be included in the application. Please apply online at http://www.pma.caltech.edu/physics-search. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by January 15, 2011. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries regarding the application process may be sent to joann@caltech.edu.


Faculty Positions and Canada Research Chair(s) in Photonics

University of Ottawa

As one of the world's top centres for photonics research, the University of Ottawa is recruiting outstanding scholars to fill three new faculty positions (at all ranks) in this field. A Canada Research Chair (Tier 1 or Tier 2) may be associated with one or two of these positions. The successful applicants will join Dr. Robert Boyd, Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Quantum Nonlinear Optics, in establishing an internationally preeminent research program in the fields of quantum nonlinear optics and nanophotonics (www.quantumphotonics.uottawa.ca/robert-boyd-en.php). They will be part of an integrated team in which each member will be expected to conduct an independent research program within the following two CERC areas:
  1. Use of nanotechnology to fabricate new photonic components
  2. Development of optical approaches to quantum information science

Rank and salary: Regular academic tenure-track appointment in the relevant Faculty Interested scholars are invited to submit an application consisting of the following:

The application package should be sent by post, courier or e-mail, to this address:

Dr. Mona Nemer
Vice-President, Research
University of Ottawa
550 Cumberland Ave., Room 246
Ottawa, ON Canada K1N 6N5
Tel: 613-562-5270
Fax: 613-562-5271
E-mail: innovation@uottawa.ca

Deadline: January 31, 2012

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Canada Research Chairs Program imposes no restrictions on nominees with regard to nationality or country of residence. Procedures to allow non-Canadian chairholders to work in Canada have been established by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to be able to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases, professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be granted tenure.


Postdoctoral Positions

PhD and Postdoctoral positions, Freiburg University, Germany

The newly established quantum information group at Freiburg University invites applications for PhD and postdoctoral positions.

We work on a broad array of topics in quantum information theory, many-body theory, and mathematical physics. In addition, we aim to strengthen our profile in other areas of applied math, in particular on problems related to compressed sensing, matrix completion and other topics in machine learning theory. Please visit our web site www.qc.uni-freiburg.de for further information.

While part of the Institute of Physics, we welcome applications from researchers with a background in math, engineering, or other sciences. We value creativity, mathematical rigor, and openness to interdisciplinary collaborations.

Remuneration will be according to the German TVL E-13 scale (100% for postdoctoral researchers, 66% for doctoral candidates).

Candidates should send a full CV including a short statement of research interests to david.gross@physik.uni-freiburg.de. Please include electronic contact details of two referees. Deadline is the 12th of February. Later applications will be considered in case not all positions will have been filled.

Albert-Ludwig University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply. The selection process is subject to the German equal opportunities act ("AGG"). Part-time appointments are possible.


CIFAR Junior Fellowship, Nanoelectronics Program

Université de Sherbrooke, Canada

CIFAR's Nanoelectronics Program is seeking an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to fill a Junior Fellowship position beginning in or after September 2012 to work on the theory of quantum optomechanical systems based on superconducting microwave circuits and superconducting qubits. The successful candidate will work with the groups of Prof. Alexandre Blais at Université de Sherbrooke (Sherbrooke, Quebec), and Prof. Aashish Clerk at McGill University (Montréal, Quebec) under joint supervision. The project focuses on recent progress in quantum optomechanical systems which has led to a situation where truly quantum regimes of operation and regimes where strong-coupling effects are important can be realized. A full theoretical understanding of these systems in these regimes, as well as their potential utility for quantum information applications, is currently lacking; it is the goal of this project to remedy this situation.

The Junior Fellow Academy of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research is an elite fellowship program designed to build research and leadership capacity in gifted young scholars at a critical early stage of career development. The Academy provides unique opportunities for personal and professional growth through close collaboration with and mentorship from some of the best researchers in Canada and around the world.

By participating both in an innovative CIFAR research program and the leadership-building Junior Fellow Academy, Junior Fellows learn to embrace CIFAR's core values: to think broadly and imaginatively across disciplines and to collaborate on a deep level with colleagues. These valuable experiences are intended to profoundly impact a Junior Fellow's future career path. This challenging project offering great potential is further described at this address http://www.cifar.ca/files.nsf/pages/nanojuniorfellowad-fall2011. The application deadline is January 20, 2012.


Postdoctoral Associate in Quantum Information Science, SUNY Stony Brook

The C. N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics at Stony Brook University invites applications for a postdoctoral position in quantum information science with anticipated appointment date of September 1, 2012.

The Institute has a long tradition of interaction with the Departments of Physics and Astronomy and Mathematics. Research in theoretical physics and related fields at the University is also enriched by the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics.

The current interest in quantum information science includes, but is not limited to, quantum computational models (such as measurement-based, topological, and adiabatic), quantum entanglement in many-body systems, theoretical investigation of various physical systems for quantum information processing, and applications of tensor product states. Required: Ph.D. in Physics or related field.

To apply, upload curriculum vitae, publication list, research plan, and arrange to have three letters of reference submitted online at: http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1342.

Alternatively, submit the applications materials listed above to: Search Chair, Postdoctoral Associate (7077) Search, C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics, Mathematics Building, Room 6118, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3840.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.

Stony Brook University/SUNY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.


Research Assistants/Associates - Quantum Computation and Information Group

School of Physics and School of Maths, University of Bristol, UK

Ref. 16756

Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Two years.)

Salary: £29,972 - £37,990

Grade: Level a - Level b in Pathway 2

Closing date for applications: 9:00am 04 Jan 2012

Application instructions: http://www.bris.ac.uk/boris/jobs/feeds/ads?ID=104291

Description

The quantum computation and information group at the University of Bristol is seeking to fill a number of post-doctoral positions of two years' duration, open to those with research interests in theoretical aspects of quantum information, quantum computation and foundations of quantum mechanics. You should have a strong background and excellent record in quantum information science and have or be near to completing a relevant PhD. Pro-activity and willingness to work co-operatively in a team are also essential.

The posts are funded by the European Commission, the John Templeton Foundation, the European Research Council (ERC) and the EPSRC and will begin on 1 February 2012 or later by mutual agreement. Staff members in the theory group are: Sandu Popescu (Physics), Noah Linden (Mathematics), Karoline Wiesner (Mathematics) and Andreas Winter (Mathematics). For a description of the group, see the group homepage http://www.cs.bris.ac.uk/Research/QuantumComputing/. You will be based either in the School of Physics or the School of Mathematics, by mutual agreement.

Applicants should arrange for three referees to send letters of recommendation directly to Professor Sandu Popescu (S.Popescu@bristol.ac.uk) quoting reference number 16756, to arrive by the closing date. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the reference letters are received by the closing date. Please also note that your referees do not have to include your current or most recent Head of Department or Line Manager as stated on the application form.


Government Lab and Industry Positions

Quantum Science Research Manager, Booz Allen Hamilton, College Park, Maryland

Serve as a strategic consultant to government science and technology research and development clients. Contribute to federal investments in advancing the state of the art in a wide range of physical sciences-based technologies by combining strategic planning and technical analysis. Assist clients with developing and researching ideas for the formulation of new programs. Perform as a technical professional with a research background in computer architecture and programming language design, including computer design and compiler theory. Assist the client with the management of high-risk research programs, generate and present comprehensive technical briefings, technical papers, and strategic recommendations to colleagues and clients, and undertake original technical analysis in support of client needs.

Basic Qualifications:

Additional Qualifications:

For more information about this position, contact Mark Bowman at Bowman_Mark@ne.bah.com. Applications can be made through the Booz Allen Hamilton website at www.boozallen.com.


Quantum Information Science Technical Analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton, College Park, Maryland

Serve as a strategic consultant to government science and technology clients. Contribute to advancing the state-of-the-art in the quantum sciences by combining strategic planning and technical analysis. Assist clients with researching and formulating ideas for new research programs and provide expertise in assessing research proposals for technical merit and proposal objectives. Conduct background research and interface with the research community to evaluate the feasibility of new technologies. Assist with the management of high-risk research programs. Generate and present comprehensive technical briefings, technical papers, and strategic recommendations to colleagues and clients. Perform and publish original technical analysis in support of client needs.

Basic Qualifications:

Additional Qualifications:

For more information about this position, contact Mark Bowman at Bowman_Mark@ne.bah.com. Applications can be made through the Booz Allen Hamilton website at www.boozallen.com.


Other Educational Positions

No positions are advertised at this time.


Graduate Fellowships

PhD and Postdoctoral positions, Freiburg University, Germany

The newly established quantum information group at Freiburg University invites applications for PhD and postdoctoral positions.

We work on a broad array of topics in quantum information theory, many-body theory, and mathematical physics. In addition, we aim to strengthen our profile in other areas of applied math, in particular on problems related to compressed sensing, matrix completion and other topics in machine learning theory. Please visit our web site www.qc.uni-freiburg.de for further information.

While part of the Institute of Physics, we welcome applications from researchers with a background in math, engineering, or other sciences. We value creativity, mathematical rigor, and openness to interdisciplinary collaborations.

Remuneration will be according to the German TVL E-13 scale (100% for postdoctoral researchers, 66% for doctoral candidates).

Candidates should send a full CV including a short statement of research interests to david.gross@physik.uni-freiburg.de. Please include electronic contact details of two referees. Deadline is the 12th of February. Later applications will be considered in case not all positions will have been filled.

Albert-Ludwig University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply. The selection process is subject to the German equal opportunities act ("AGG"). Part-time appointments are possible.


PhD in Theoretical Quantum Optics of Ultracold Quantum Gases and Nanostructures (Oxford)

A new PhD position in Theoretical Quantum Optics of Ultracold Quantum Gases and Nanostructures is available at the University of Oxford, Department of Physics.

The project's main target is merging quantum optics and many-body physics of quantum gases, using theoretical methods of atomic and condensed matter physics. We will address phenomena, where the quantum natures of both light and ultracold matter play equally important roles. Modern theoretical and experimental studies are just entering this ultimate quantum regime of the light-matter interaction. Applications for quasiparticles in the systems of quantum nanophotonics are of interest as well. For more information, please, visit www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/research/quantum-optics-of-quantum-many-body-systems.

The candidates with expertise in either Atomic, Molecular and Optical or Condensed Matter Physics are welcomed to apply. The position is fully funded for EU-related students. Other candidates should apply for additional funding to cover the overseas fees.

To express the intention to apply, and for informal inquiries about the project and application procedure, please, contact the project leader Dr. Igor Mekhov (www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/contacts/people/Mekhov) before the deadline 20 January 2012.

The application should be submitted online. Please see http://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/study-here/postgraduates/atomic-and-laser-physics for information on the requirements on academic ability and English Language tests. For information on How to Apply and an application form, please visit well in advance http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/postgraduate_courses/apply/index.html. A PDF copy of your application for Graduate Admissions should also be sent to The Administrative Secretary, Atomic and Laser Physics, Department of Physics, Clarendon Laboratory, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PU, or by email to alp@physics.ox.ac.uk. Please quote 11ATOM002 on your application and all correspondence.


Graduate Positions, Institute for Quantum Computing

University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo, in collaboration with the Institute for Quantum Computing, offers graduate students unique opportunities to learn about and engage in world-leading research in quantum information through a wide range of advanced research projects and advanced courses on the foundations, applications and implementation of quantum information processing.

In particular, we offer a new interdisciplinary graduate program in Quantum Information that leads to MMath, MSc, MASc, and PhD degrees. The program is offered in collaboration with:

Students are required to complete the requirements of both their home unit and the specific requirements of the quantum information (QI) program to achieve the special QI designation. (E.g., MMath in Computer Science (Quantum Information), PhD in Chemistry (Quantum Information), MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Quantum Information)).

MMath, MSc, and MASc students will receive a strong and broad foundation in quantum information science, coupled with knowledge and expertise from their home program. This will prepare them for the workforce or further graduate studies and research leading towards a PhD.

PhD students will be prepared for careers as scholars and researchers, with advanced expertise in quantum information science, along with the focus of their home program. The new program is designed to provide knowledge of quantum information, including theory and implementations, their home program discipline, and also developed advanced expertise in their particular research area within quantum information.

At present IQC has a critical mass of expertise in several major research areas within quantum information.

For more information about the graduate programs, go to:

http://iqc.uwaterloo.ca/welcome/graduate

For more information about the Institute for Quantum Computing, go to:

http://iqc.uwaterloo.ca/


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Last update: 9 January 2012.