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Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Theory at University of Sydney

Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Theory

University of Sydney · AU

3 days ago

Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Theory

University of Sydney · AU

3 days ago
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About the Role

Three Postdoctoral Researcher positions in Quantum Information Theory are available at the Quantum Science Group within the School of Physics. This role offers an opportunity to join a world-class scientific community and contribute to cutting-edge research in quantum information theory.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate research excellence and publish original research.
  • Develop research collaborations within the theory group and with other universities and industry.
  • Participate in research student supervision at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
  • Develop your profile through conferences and seminars.
  • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and inclusive research environment within the Quantum Science Research Group.

Requirements

  • A PhD in Physics or a related discipline (or near completion).
  • A strong background in quantum information theory or related areas.
  • The skill to clearly express ideas and communicate within a team environment.
  • The ability to work independently on problems and motivate junior members of the team.
  • A capability to see the bigger picture and have vision for the future development of the project.
  • A demonstrated capacity to conduct theoretical research in quantum information theory.
  • Demonstrated capacity to co-supervise research students on projects in this area, with assistance and mentoring from senior academic staff (Desirable).
  • Familiarity with the theoretical methods of quantum error correction, and the theory of fault-tolerant quantum computing (Desirable).
  • Background in quantum information theory as applied to quantum many body systems and spin lattices (Desirable).

Skills

  • Quantum Information Theory
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Independent Research
  • Problem-solving
  • Vision
  • Quantum Error Correction (Desirable)
  • Fault-tolerant Quantum Computing (Desirable)
  • Quantum Many Body Systems (Desirable)
  • Spin Lattices (Desirable)

Location

  • Camperdown Campus

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Fixed-term

Experience Level

  • Postdoctoral

Education Level

  • PhD in Physics or related discipline (or near completion)

Salary/Compensations

  • Base Salary, Academic level B $132,533- $157,381 p.a. (pro rata) + 17% superannuation

Benefits

  • 17% superannuation

About the Company

  • The School of Physics at the University of Sydney is the leading Physics department in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research.
  • Our 114 academic staff and 157 postgraduate students conduct research across a vast range of interests from nanoparticles to clusters of galaxies and from theoretical modelling to laboratory experiments.
  • With the support of 20+ professional, technical, and administrative staff, the School of Physics teaches to a cohort of approximately 274 equivalent full-time student load (EFTSL) undergraduate students.
  • With access to supercomputers, modern laboratory facilities and observatories, locally, nationally, and internationally, the School of Physics is the premier environment for physics education and research.

Equal Opportunity

  • The School of Physics is committed to creating a diverse workplace by improving equity, access, and opportunity.
  • We want to create an environment where individuality is welcomed and celebrated.
  • We are continuously working to identify and remove biases and barriers in an effort to make our workplace open, supportive and safe for everyone.
  • At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.
  • We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve.
  • We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
  • We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
  • We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer.