Postdoctoral Researcher: Quantum Algorithm Engineering for Hamiltonian Simulation

About the role

The Information Sciences Group (CAI-3) in the Computing and Artificial Intelligence Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position at the intersection of quantum computing, quantum algorithms, and quantum machine learning with a focus on simulation of many-body quantum systems through Hamiltonian simulation and optimization problems.

Responsibilities

- Join a multidisciplinary team advancing quantum simulations by combining theoretical and computational methods. - Develop novel analytical tools and workflows to leverage existing AI tools to analyze and optimize quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers. - Explore the development of new quantum algorithms and discover new quantum computing use cases.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements: - A Ph.D. in Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Materials Science, or related physical sciences, completed within the last 5 years. - Programming and simulation experience (Python, Julia, etc.). - Demonstrated experience in conducting original scientific research through peer-reviewed publication records. - Excellent communication and writing skills.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: - Solid background in quantum algorithms, quantum computation, quantum information, and quantum communication. - Demonstrated experience in quantum simulation techniques (preferably with tensor networks but other methods such as Monte Carlo, Pauli Propagation, etc., are welcome). - Experience with fault-tolerant quantum simulations of many-body systems. - Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) or GPU programming. - The ability to work creatively and independently as well as learn and collaborate with experts as a part of a diverse multi-disciplinary team. - Hands-on experience running experiments on cloud-based quantum devices. - Ability to adapt to new requirements for projects and be flexible enough to learn new concepts.

Benefits

- Competitive salaries are based on the date the PhD degree requirements were completed, or the degree was awarded. Starting salary for a fresh PhD is currently $97,000. - PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network. - Dental and vision insurance. - Free basic life and disability insurance. - Paid childbirth and parental leave. - Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually). - Learning opportunities and tuition assistance. - Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays). - Onsite gyms and wellness programs. - Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).

Pay

Competitive salaries are based on the date the PhD degree requirements were completed, or the degree was awarded. Starting salary for a fresh PhD is currently $97,000.

Schedule

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.