Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum Many-Body Theory and Quantum Computation

University of Maryland • College Park, MD

18d • $76,000 - $82,000

About The Position

This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT). The National Quantum Laboratory (QLab) at the University of Maryland (UMD) in College Park invites applications for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct cutting-edge research at the interface of quantum computation and condensed matter theory. Research topics include practical quantum simulation and computation, phase transitions and nonequilibrium dynamics in strongly-correlated and open quantum many-body systems, as well as advanced numerical simulation techniques with a focus on tensor network state methods. The research will be supervised by Professors Thomas Barthel and Norbert Linke. QLab is a user facility supporting the global community of quantum researchers, educators, and entrepreneurs with access to state-of-the-art quantum computing resources and expertise. There will be plenty of opportunities to leverage these resources and to interact and collaborate with QLab fellows, users, students, and interns as well as the wider UMD quantum community including the Joint Quantum Institutes (JQI) and Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS). This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services. Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading

Requirements

• Candidate should hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely-related field.
• Before onboarding, the candidate should hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely-related field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree