Postdoc: Bosonic Quantum Simulation & Information

Paul Scherrer Institute PSI; Villigen; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) seeks a postdoctoral researcher to work on quantum simulation and bosonic quantum information. The role is within the Laboratory for Theoretical and Computational Physics, focusing on bosonic and hybrid qubit-boson systems and applications to quantum chemistry.

Collaborative project with ETH Zurich involving quantum information theory, quantum chemistry, and experimental platforms; fall 2027 start is possible.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or closely related field.
• Strong background in quantum information theory and quantum many-body physics.
• Experience with analytical or numerical research methods and scientific programming.

Responsibilities

• Conduct theoretical research at the interface of quantum information theory and quantum many-body physics.
• Develop and apply quantum simulation methods for bosonic and hybrid qubit-boson systems.
• Collaborate with PSI and ETH Zurich on the Quantum molecular dynamics project.

Skills

Quantum information theory

Quantum many-body physics

Scientific programming

Education

PhD in physics or closely related field

Job description

Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) seeks a postdoctoral researcher to work on quantum simulation and bosonic quantum information. The role is within the Laboratory for Theoretical and Computational Physics, focusing on bosonic and hybrid qubit-boson systems and applications to quantum chemistry.

Collaborative project with ETH Zurich involving quantum information theory, quantum chemistry, and experimental platforms; fall 2027 start is possible.