Postdocs positions in “Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers”

4 weeks ago

København, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time

Within the focused research project “ Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers ”, recently funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, we are seeking several postdoctoral fellows to work on the development of quantum chemical methods and software for the prediction of molecular properties on hybrid classic-quantum architectures involving IBM’s NISQ quantum computers.

The focused research project on “ Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers ” is a joint effort of the research groups of professor Stephan P. A. Sauer at the Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen (UCPH), professor Sonia Coriani at the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), and professor Jacob Kongsted at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU).

Four three-year postdoctoral positions are available at this time within the research consortium, with expected start date 1 January 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

This job announcement is for one postdoctoral position available at the Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen.

We offer a fixed-term employment contract of 12 months duration with the possibility of extension for another 24 months depending on mutual agreement.

The “ Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers ” project is at the border of quantum computing and quantum chemistry. The candidates should have a PhD in Quantum Information Science or Physics or Computer Science or Mathematics or Chemistry and documented prior experience with either quantum computing or quantum chemistry. Experience with quantum computing software libraries like IBM’s Qiskit would be an advantage. Applicants not familiar with quantum chemistry are expected to learn about it during their employment.

After a startup period, eight early career researchers in total (2 postdocs and 1 PhD student at both UCPH and DTU, and 2 postdocs at SDU) will work jointly on different parts of this common project. The focused research project thus provides a vibrant scientific environment.

The postdoc’s duties will include research within Quantum Chemistry on Quantum Computers as well as teaching. The position may also include performance of other duties and involves regular travels to the two other universities participating in the project.

Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Stephan P. A. Sauer ().

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

Please send an application that describes your background and research interests. The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

Motivational letter Curriculum vitae Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent) Research Statement – description of previous experience with quantum computing and interests for the future Complete publication list Separate reprints of up to 3 particularly relevant papers

If possible, please list up to three scientists that you have worked with closely in your past research. (We will contact you for your consent if we wish to contact these.)

The deadline for applications is Monday 21 November 2022, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at .

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