Postdoc for Quantencomputing – Algorithms, Benchmarking and Simulations

29 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Forschungszentrum Jülich

Research Field

All

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Germany

Application Deadline

19 Jan 2038 – 03:14 (UTC)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Other

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Work group:

JSC – Jülich Supercomputing Centre

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Job description:

Your Job:

• Developing and implementing QC algorithms (QAA, QAOA, QSVM), quantum AI algorithms, use case adapted algorithms to test and benchmark latest technology focusing on gate-based QC
• Advancing JUNIQ’s user platform by integrating QCs into the Modular Supercomputer of JSC
• Developing and conducting trainings for QC users
• Collaborating with project partners from academia and industry
• Presenting research outcomes to project stack-holders and the research community at meetings, conferences and by publishing in high-impact journals

Your Profile:

• Master`s degree and PhD in quantum physics, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics or a related field
• Experience in quantum computer programming
• Experience in applying numerical methods and algorithms, preferably in the domain of QC, such as QAA and QAOA
• Experience in cloud computing and building cloud computing infrastructure
• Interest and/or experience in developing and conduction lectures and/or trainings for QC
• Proficiency in writing numerical software, preferably in C++ and Python
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, command of German is helpful

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
• Comprehensive training courses and individual opportunities for personal and professional further development
• Extensive company health management
• Ideal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly corporate policy
• Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
• Flexible working hours in a full-time position (39 hours/week) with the option of slightly reduced working hours
• 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
• Exploration and preparation of next career opportunities, supported by our Career Center & Postdoc Office: www.fz-juelich.de/en/career-center-postdoc-office

In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer: go.fzj.de/benefits

The position is initially for a fixed term of 2 years, with possible long-term prospects. Salary and social benefits will conform to the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund), pay group 13, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and the precise nature of the tasks assigned to them.

We particularly welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds (e.g. regardless of age, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation/identity, as well as social, ethnic, and religious background). We strive to offer a diverse and inclusive working environment in which people enjoy equal opportunities and are able to fulfill their potential.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organisation.

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Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/jobs/2024-079

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Forschungszentrum Jülich

Country

Germany

City

Jülich

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Website

https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/jobs/2024-079

Contact

City

Jülich

Website

https://www.fz-juelich.de/portal/home

Street

Wilhelm-Johnen-Straße

Postal Code

52428

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+49 2461 61-0

Fax

+49 2461 61-8100

STATUS: EXPIRED