Postdoctoral position on construction of a next generation quantum computing platform based on neutral atoms

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Postdoctoral position on construction of a next generation quantum computing platform based on neutral atoms

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Offer DescriptionPosition identificationTitle of post : Postdoctoral position on construction of a next generation quantum computing platform based on neutral atomsType of contract : Post-doctoral contractCategory (A,B or C) : AContract/project period : 01.07.2024 – 30.09.2025Expected date of employment : 01.07.2024Proportion of work : Full timeWorkplace : Institut de Science et d’Ingénierie Supramoléculaires (ISIS) – Centre Européen de Sciences Quantiques (CESQ)Desired level of education : PhD or equivalentExperience required : PhD and/or postdoc experience in experimental atomic, molecular and optical physicsContact(s) for information on the position (identity, position, e-mail address, telephone) : WHITLOCK Shannon, Professor, ;SEMAK Svitlana, Project manager,Date of publication : April 29th 2024Closing date for the receipt of applications : 31 May 2024Research project or operationThe “European infrastructure for Rydberg Quantum Computing (EuRyQa)” project is aimed at establishing Rydberg quantum processors as a leading platform for scalable quantum computing in Europe. Assembling eleven partners from seven countries, EuRyQa is funded under the highly competitive Horizon Europe programme. Within an international consortium, the University of Strasbourg is realizing a large-scale research infrastructure and sustainable quantum computing platform, leading to the establishment of a quantum computing center and ecosystem in the east of France.Activities

• Description of the research activities :

This project will focus on the realization of a new dual species platform for atomic quantum computing comprising
400 high quality atomic qubits and a universal gate set.

• Related activities :

The post-doctoral researcher will work within a team to help manage day-to-day activities in the lab, design, construct and install parts of the aQCess platform. It is expected that the researcher will publish open hardware designs, scientific and technical papers and present research results at national and internation conferences.Skills

• Qualifications/knowledge : We require experimental experience in atomic, molecular and optical physics, including optics, lasers, mechanical design, ultrahigh vacuum systems and experimental automation. Computer programming experience and control of complex instruments will be considered favorably.

• Operational skills/expertise :

Proven record of research in atomic physics, publications and presentations, external research grants, or other relevant indicators.– Demonstrated ability to conduct research collaboratively and independently.– High-level communication skills.– Technical knowhow in electronics, mechanical design, modelling will be considered favourably

• Personal qualities : curiosity, strong motivation for research, ability to learn new subjects. Ability to work in group. Skills for reporting on research results.

Environment and context of work

• Presentation of the laboratory/unity :

We offer the possibility to do exciting experiments embedded in a culturally and scientifically rich research environment, situated in the heart of Europe. The new European Centre for Quantum Sciences (CESQ), attached to ISIS (Institut de Science et d’Ingénierie Supramoléculaires), develops new lines of research and technology exploiting quantum principles, at the frontiers to chemistry, physics, materials science, and computing. CESQ hosts an operational prototype Rydberg quantum processor based on optically trapped Rydberg atom qubits and leads the development of the next generation dual species Rydberg quantum computer with
400 fully addressable qubits for scalable digital QC (aQCess – Atomic Quantum Computing as a Service) currently under construction. For more information and recent publications, visit: eqm.unistra.fr / aqcess.cesq.fr

• Hierarchical relationship : The aQCess project is coordinated by Shannon Whitlock with Stanimir Kondov as technical lead and Ana Helman as Managing Director. The postdoctoral will be a member of the CESQ, currently directed by Guido Pupillo.

• Special conditions of practice (notice attached): None

To apply, please send your CV, cover letter and diploma to :WHITLOCK Shannon ;SEMAK SvitlanaRequirementsResearch Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalentInternal Application form(s) needed02052024_Fiche_Poste_Anglais_postdoc_1.pdfEnglish(246.86 KB – PDF)02052024_Fiche_Poste_Fr_postdoc_1.pdfEnglish(246.9 KB – PDF)Additional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut de Science et d’Ingénierie Supramoléculaires (ISIS) – Centre Européen de Sciences Quantiques (CESQ) Country France GeofieldWhere to apply E-mailwhitlock@unistra.frContact CityStrasbourg WebsiteStreet4 rue Blaise Pascal Postal Code67000STATUS: EXPIRED

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Location

Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin

Job date

Sat, 04 May 2024 04:33:51 GMT

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