Postdoctoral researcher

Your Job: Develop techniques to simulate, control, and optimize the time-dependent dynamics for increasing system complexities Implement and optimize small quantum circuits on super- and semi- conducting processors with respect to practical short-depth (NISQ) quantum algorithms Cooperate and actively work with experimental partners developing quantum processors using these technological platforms Design and implement optimization techniques for full-stack improvement of quantum algorithms Model major sources of experimental error for control theory or for error mitigation techniques Scientific guidance and support for employees, doctoral candidates and students Your Profile: Master`s degree with subsequent PhD in theoretical physics or a similar field Background and strong interest in developing theoretical models and methods as well as in implementing numerical optimization techniques Interest in working closely with experimentalists Detailed knowledge of quantum physics and experience with quantum technology Strong mathematical education, in particular in relation to linear algebra Strong programming experience Ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken English Ability to work autonomously, developing your own ideas, and in close interaction within a team, co-supervising younger colleagues Most importantly: enthusiasm to explore uncharted territory, develop, and follow your own ideas 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 highly motivated research group as part of an international and interdisciplinary working environment with access to outstanding computing facilities and connections to the best research institutions around the world Opportunity to conduct research at the interface of theory and experiment in a world-leading group in quantum control Continuous scientific mentoring by your scientific advisor as well as feedback and wide-ranging expertise from the whole group in multiple facets of quantum technology and optimization Direct contact with research project writing, reviewing and management process Opportunity to participate in international conferences and project meetings A training and a networking in quantum technologies, a field which currently faces (for the next decade at least) significant investment from private and governmental funding agencies Flexible working hours in a full-time position (39 hours/week) with the option of slightly reduced working hours - Flexible work (location) arrangements, remote work in accordance to the tasks 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends ( between Christmas and New Year) In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer: The position is for a fixed term of 2 years, with possible longer-term prospects. Salary and social benefits will conform to the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund), pay group EG 13, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and the precise nature of the tasks assigned to them. All information about the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund) can be found on the BMI website: The monthly salaries in euro can be found here: We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.