Quantum Mechanics jobs

Contrat doctoral de 36 mois à l’ENS de Lyon à partir du 1er janvier 2027, rémunéré 2 300 euros brut mensuel. Le projet étudie des films moléculaires couplés à des résonateurs supraconducteurs comme mémoires quantiques micro-ondes. Des radicaux et complexes de lanthanides seront évalués pour leur cohérence à des températures millikelvin et leur couplage à un…

Establish an experimental condensed-matter research programme. Areas of interest include quantum magnetism, topological phases, superconductivity and spintronics.

Develop independent theoretical research in atomic, molecular and optical physics. The search includes quantum optics, quantum simulation and connections with quantum-information science.

Two funded postdoctoral appointments connect quantum information, many-body physics and machine learning with Yuxuan Zhang. Topics include verifiable quantum advantage, quantum simulation, neural quantum states and learning noise and control from device data. Appointments start in 2027, normally last two years initially and may be renewed. Researchers can…

Develop and apply quantum resource theory for Extended Wigner’s Friend scenarios, where the presence of another observer can affect measurement outcomes. The work involves analytical quantum information and probability theory, together with numerical simulation, and relates to Bell nonlocality. This FAPESP-funded doctoral position is expected to start in…

The condensed-matter and quantum-information theory groups seek postdoctoral researchers for autumn 2027, with flexible starting dates. Research spans quantum many-body dynamics, entanglement, correlated materials, topology, superconductivity, quantum optics, ultracold gases, quantum simulation and computation. Successful applicants can join international…

Develop a faculty research programme in electronic, functional or quantum materials. The appointment links materials science with electrical engineering and computer science.

Theoretical postdoctoral positions investigating hybrid quantum light-matter systems, including quantum-gas cavity QED and polaritonic chemistry; requires a PhD in physics with expertise in quantum optics and open quantum systems. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until the hard deadline.

Work with the PHIQUS team on distributed quantum computation, quantum correlations and nonlocality, or cryptographic protocols. Mathematical approaches include noncommutative polynomial optimisation and operator algebras. Projects are tailored to the researcher’s expertise and connect with European quantum-information collaborations. The page describes…

Investigate nonequilibrium dynamics and frustrated quantum magnetism using ultracold atoms in optical lattices. Experimental research also addresses measurement feedback in quantum many-body systems.

Develop theoretical and computational approaches to X-ray interactions with quantum and nanostructured materials at the Molecular Foundry. The researcher translates electronic-structure, magnetism, light–matter and structured-field theories into numerical tools that interpret experiments, collaborating closely with experimental teams and benchmarking…

Develop optical quantum-computing hardware and methods for quantum control. Research includes improving continuous-variable systems, increasing input capacity and accelerating operation.

Develop optical links connecting atomic and solid-state qubits for distributed quantum computing. Experimental work combines laser-cooled neutral atoms, rare-earth-ion crystals and trapped-ion systems to study remote entanglement and quantum gate teleportation. The full-time appointment lasts two years with possible renewal. Work may be on-site, hybrid or…

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Akira Furusaki’s Quantum Matter Theory Research Group seeks postdoctoral researchers studying strongly correlated electrons, topological phases, superconductivity, quantum spin liquids and open many-body systems. The group also connects ultracold-atom dynamics and quantum-information concepts with condensed-matter theory. Applicants must hold, or obtain…

Conduct theoretical research on topological matter, quantum devices, quantum error correction, fault-tolerant computation, non-equilibrium quantum dynamics and generalized symmetries at the C.N. Yang Institute. The expected start is September 2027. Appointments run for two years and may renew for a third subject to funding. Exceptional candidates may join…

Model semiconductor nanocrystal nucleation and growth using density-functional calculations, population rate equations and kinetic Monte Carlo. Investigate how surface chemistry and growth conditions select nanoplatelets, magic-sized crystallites and quantum dots, in collaboration with experimentalists.

Develop quantum-computing approaches to fluid dynamics. Investigate lattice-Boltzmann formulations, linearisation, sparse-Hamiltonian and quantum linear-systems methods, alongside hybrid classical–quantum approaches. Compare formulations for resource demand, numerical stability, scalability and practical implementation, and help shape the project’s…

Two postdoctoral researchers will study semiconductor quantum devices in the Quantum Functional System Research Group, led by Seigo Tarucha at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science. The work concerns silicon qubit characterization, multi-qubit systems, high-fidelity quantum operations and scalable quantum computing within Moonshot R&D Goal 6.…

The School of Physics and Astronomy seeks a researcher in quantum information science, including computation, simulation, algorithms, error correction, sensing, metrology, communication or quantum-device theory. Work incorporating AI or machine learning is encouraged. The appointee will establish an internationally recognized, externally funded programme,…

Postdoctoral fellowships for recent PhDs pursuing independent research in fundamental theoretical physics. Areas include quantum matter, cosmology, quantum fields and strings, mathematical physics, quantum foundations, gravity, quantum information and particle physics, including intersections with AI. Fellows receive research and travel support, health…

Join the Chair of Atomic-Scale Simulation to develop and apply electronic-structure methods, including advanced hybrid functionals and many-body perturbation theory. Research themes include nonempirical functionals, defect physics, GW vertex corrections and optical spectra. The position includes teaching duties and access to EPFL computing facilities. Start…

Develop coupled-cluster electronic-structure methods with periodic boundary conditions in Marco Caricato’s group. Apply the methods to electronic and optical properties of polymers, surfaces, films and crystalline materials, analyse results and prepare publications. The hybrid appointment also includes student mentoring and professional development. Initial…

Experimental doctoral research in Konrad Viebahn’s Atom Quantum Processing group. Build an ultracold-rubidium quantum processor using optical lattices and collisional interactions. Work includes laser cooling and imaging systems, an ultrahigh-vacuum apparatus, ARTIQ control hardware, and theoretical or numerical studies of quantum-processing schemes. The…

Develop algorithms and research software for quantum many-body science, including work associated with packages such as TRIQS, AFQMC and ITensor. The fellowship joins the Center for Computational Quantum Physics and combines scientific research with software development and collaboration. The initial appointment lasts two years, with possible renewal for a…