Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Quantum - Houston, United States - Rice University

Rice University

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Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Postdoctoral Research Associate Position

in Quantum Optimization Algorithms

Position Description

Developing novel quantum algorithms for solving quantumrelated optimization problems;
Analyzing performance characteristics like complexity, approximation ratios, convergence;
Implementing prototypes on quantum computing simulators and hardware;
Disseminating research via toptier publications and conferences.

Requirements:

D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related fields;

Strong background in quantum computing, quantum algorithms, and/or optimization theory;
Handson experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.) is wellappreciated;
Excellent analytical, problemsolving, and coding abilities;
Proven publication record in top venues;
Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in adjacent areas like convex optimization, approximation algorithms, and complexity theory;
Experience with quantum hardware, noisy intermediatescale quantum (NISQ) devices;
Machine learning and scientific computing backgrounds are a plus.

Benefits and Environment

Highly competitive salary of $75,000/year;
Support to attend conferences and pursue professional development opportunities;
Stateoftheart computational facilities and access to cloud quantum computing resources;
A vibrant, collaborative research environment at a leading R1 university;
Opportunities to mentor and collaborate with graduate students;
Initial 1year appointment, extendable based on performance and funding.

How to Apply

Pay:
$75,000.00 per year

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