Opportunities

Postdoctoral position — digital-analog quantum simulation and quantum many-body physics

The position concerns the theory of digital-analog quantum simulation — developing methods that extend the capabilities of programmable analog platforms using ideas from quantum computation, quantum algorithms, learning, and error mitigation. Possible directions include benchmarking quantum gates and gate primitives, developing quantum algorithms for many-body simulation, designing probing and learning protocols, and devising error-mitigation strategies for realistic digital-analog simulation experiments. The successful candidate will contribute to shaping the research direction and is encouraged to develop their own research profile within the project and beyond.

The position is part of a European collaboration with partner groups in Germany, France, and Spain, offering an active research network and opportunities to work with both theoretical and experimental partners, more information on this webpage. It is suited for candidates with a strong background in quantum many-body physics, quantum information theory, quantum simulation, quantum algorithms, or closely related areas; experience with analytical and numerical research is important, and programming experience is expected.

If you’re interested, please get in touch with:

• your CV, including a publication list;

• a brief statement of research interests (max. 1000 words), including how your background connects to the position and which scientific directions you would be interested in pursuing;

• one or two representative publications or preprints, with a short description of your contributions.

Getting in touch

Please write to me at andreas.elben@psi.ch with any questions you might have. I’m happy to answer any questions and to share more details. For general information on working at PSI, see the PSI HR pages.