Research Associate
(m/f/d) /
Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (m/w/d)
Institute Institute of Quantum Inspired and Quantum Optimization
Remuneration EG 13 TV-L
Start of employment August 1st 2025 (some flexibility)
Application deadline June 28th 2025
Scope full time, fixed term until August 31st 2028
The institute’s interdisciplinary and international research team covers a broad range of research topics relevant to achieving a practically useful
quantum advantage. They range from mathematically rigorous investigations to collaborations with experimentalists and applied scientists from
industry.
We are looking for a researcher working on an upcoming project on quantum benchmarking and quantum error correction. The research will contain
rigorous mathematical analyses as well as proof-of-concept-type numerical demonstrations. It is part of a joint project with the quantum computing
company Universal Quantum.
YOUR TASKS
- Research on the possibilities and limitations of quantum benchmarking methods for NISQ and early fault tolerant devices
- Publication of research results in peer-reviewed international journals and conferences (mostly physics and computer science)
- Contributing to the teaching activities of the institute and student supervision
YOUR PROFILE
Requirements
- Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subjects of Quantum Sciences, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or comparable.
Required knowledge and personal skills
- Prior rigorous mathematical training and solid knowledge of quantum mechanics is required
- Advanced knowledge in at least one of the topics:
- quantum algorithms,
- quantum error correction
- randomized measurements and
- quantum system characterization (QCVV) - Beneficial: group representation theory, probabilistic tail bounds, programming skills
Excellent grades (PhD students) / excellent publications (postdocs) are expected.
OUR OFFER
- a job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
- flexible and family-friendly working conditions
- good public transport connections
- special conditions in further gyms
At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions.
With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.
For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Martin Kliesch, Tel.-Nr. +49 40 42878 4000, Email: martin.kliesch@tuhh.de
We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.
The TUHH stands for equal opportunities as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.
The TUHH stands for equal opportunities as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.
Please send the following application documents via the online application system:
• Cover letter
• CV (including a list of publications, if applicable)
• All university transcripts with all grades
• Academic writing sample such as (a draft of) the master’s thesis or a first-author paper
• A brief description of rigorous mathematical training and, if applicable, experience in quantum error correction
• At least two contacts for recommendation letters
Notice for severely disabled persons and people with equal status.
Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:
Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).
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