Commonwealth of VA Careers
Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Research Associate
Commonwealth of VA Careers, Blacksburg, Virginia, us, 24062
Job Description
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. The successful candidates will join a vibrant research environment in the quantum information groups of Prof. Sophia Economou and Prof. Edwin Barnes at Virginia Tech. The group is part of the DOE Quantum Center "Codesign for quantum advantage" and offers opportunities to collaborate with leading experimental and theory groups worldwide. The Postdoctoral and Senior Research Associate positions will involve opportunities for travel to present at conferences and collaborate with other groups. Senior Research Associates will have additional responsibilities with mentoring junior group members and potentially assisting the PIs with grant management.
Required Qualifications
Postdoctoral associate applicants must hold a Ph.D. in either Quantum Information Science, Theoretical Condensed Matter, AMO Physics or a closely related field. The 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 is required. A strong background in Quantum Mechanics and programming skills are necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of concepts and techniques from Quantum Information Science are preferred.
Experience with Python and Mathematica is preferred.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at woodyaj@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Required Qualifications
Postdoctoral associate applicants must hold a Ph.D. in either Quantum Information Science, Theoretical Condensed Matter, AMO Physics or a closely related field. The 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 is required. A strong background in Quantum Mechanics and programming skills are necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of concepts and techniques from Quantum Information Science are preferred.
Experience with Python and Mathematica is preferred.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at woodyaj@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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