Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Research Associate

About the role

We invite applications for postdoctoral associate or research associate positions in theoretical Quantum Information Science in the Physics Department of Virginia Tech. The focus of these positions will be on quantum computing and quantum simulation, quantum networks, and quantum control. There will also be an opportunity to test theoretical results on cloud quantum processors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in the above areas and disseminate results in journal publications and conference presentations.
• Senior Research Associates will have additional responsibilities with mentoring the junior group members and potentially assisting the PIs with grant management.

Requirements

• Postdoctoral associate applicants must hold a Ph.D. in either Quantum Information Science, Theoretical Condensed Matter, AMO Physics or a closely related field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• A strong background in Quantum Mechanics and programming skills are necessary.
• Senior research associate applicants must have a Ph.D. in either Quantum Information Science, Theoretical Condensed Matter, AMO Physics or a closely related field. Prior postdoctoral experience.
• A strong background in Quantum Mechanics and programming skills are necessary.
• Knowledge of concepts and techniques from Quantum Information Science are preferred.
• Experience with Python and Mathematica is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Quantum Information Science, Theoretical Condensed Matter, AMO Physics or a closely related field.
• PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• A strong background in Quantum Mechanics and programming skills are necessary.
• Knowledge of concepts and techniques from Quantum Information Science are preferred.
• Experience with Python and Mathematica is preferred.

Skills

• Quantum Mechanics
• Programming skills (Python, Mathematica)

Benefits

There will be plenty of opportunities for collaboration with other members of the group and with some of the leading experimental and theory groups around the world. Our group is part of the DOE Quantum Center “Codesign for quantum advantage” (https://www.bnl.gov/quantumcenter/), and there will be opportunities for collaboration with the researchers of the center.

Pay

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Schedule

Hours per week 40