Staff Researcher / Responsable de recherche

Institut quantique - Université de Sherbrooke; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Sherbrooke, Canada is seeking a skilled researcher specializing in quantum computing. The successful candidate will manage research projects in collaboration with the external partner PASQAL, supervise students, and contribute to scientific publications. The ideal candidate has a PhD and at least 5 years of research experience in theoretical quantum physics or quantum information. This position offers a dynamic research environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• PhD in theoretical quantum physics, quantum information, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of research experience in quantum computing and quantum information.
• Experience managing deliverables for an external partner in the quantum domain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous technology watch by reviewing literature daily.
• Define projects and deliverables with the external partner (PASQAL).
• Assist in supervising students or interns in the specialized subgroup.
• Assist in writing scientific articles and publications.
• Present project results at conferences and scientific events.

Skills

Research in quantum computing

Literature review

Supervision of students

Project management

Education

PhD in theoretical quantum physics or related field

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced researcher to join our team. The successful candidate will conduct literature reviews, define and manage research projects in collaboration with our external partner PASQAL, and contribute to scientific publications and presentations. Responsibilities include supervising students, leading reading groups, and maintaining updated resources on key researchers and journals in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous technology watch by reviewing literature daily
• Define projects and deliverables with the external partner (PASQAL)
• Execute and manage projects and deliverables for the external partner
• Assist in supervising students or interns in the specialized subgroup
• Assist in writing scientific articles and publications
• Present project results at conferences and scientific events
• Attend periodic meetings with the external partner to share progress and confirm or adjust quarterly objectives
• Lead weekly reading group meetings on relevant literature and reference works
• Identify and maintain an updated inventory of key researchers and groups in the field internationally
• Identify and maintain an updated list of relevant journals
• Maintain updated lists of key researchers, groups, and journals in the field

Qualifications

• PhD in theoretical quantum physics, quantum information, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of research experience in quantum computing and quantum information
• Experience managing deliverables for an external partner in the quantum domain

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🔗 Job Description: https://www.usherbrooke.ca/recherche/en/inventory-of-research-projects/project/1043

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