2-year Postdoctoral Researcher in Abstractions for Quantum Software

Quantiki; Odense; Hybrid; DKK 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quantum Hub at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Researcher position focusing on abstractions for quantum software. The successful candidate will explore hardware-independent software abstractions bridging quantum algorithms and physical implementations, enabling developers to work effectively with emerging quantum hardware.

We welcome applicants with strong expertise in quantum algorithms, circuit synthesis, error correction, and related

Qualifications

• PhD required in mathematics, physics or computer science.
• Two-year postdoctoral appointment.
• Research focused on abstractions for quantum software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on abstractions bridging quantum algorithms and hardware implementations.
• Contribute to publication of results and dissemination of findings.
• Collaborate with the Quantum Hub team and international partners.

Skills

Quantum algorithms

Quantum circuit design

Quantum error correction

Quantum programming languages

Quantum compilation

AI/ML-assisted quantum workflows

Quantum software engineering

Quantum software design

Education

PhD in mathematics, physics or computer science

Job description

2-year Postdoctoral Researcher in Abstractions for Quantum Software

The Quantum Hub at University of Southern Denmark is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a two-year post to conduct research on abstractions for quantum software. As quantum computing advances towards large-scale fault-tolerant devices, robust hardware-independent software abstractions are becoming increasingly important for bridging the gap between quantum algorithms and physical implementations, and for making quantum computing accessible to software developers. We welcome applicants strongly motivated to contribute to this growing field with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• * Quantum algorithms
• * Quantum circuit synthesis and optimisation
• * Gaussian boson sampling
• * Topological quantum computing
• * Quantum error correction
• * Fault-tolerant quantum computing
• * Quantum programming languages and programming abstractions, including LLM-assisted quantum programming
• * Quantum intermediate representations
• * Quantum compilation, including AI/ML-assisted compilation techniques
• * Quantum software engineering
• * Quantum software design and testing
• * Developer tools and usability in quantum software

The targeted starting date of the position is 1 January, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Note: We are not permitted to directly contact your academic references, so please ensure their letters have reached us by the deadline. The application requirements are detailed at the end of this advertisement.

Requirements

The candidate must have a PhD degree in mathematics, physics or computer science.

Situation of the position

The position at the SDU Quantum Hub, will be situated at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Faculty of Science on the international campus in Odense, Denmark. SDU Quantum Hub is established with the ambition to create a highly international and interdisciplinary group within a broad spectrum of quantum research. Odense is a fast-growing international community with an open Scandinavian culture, affordable housing and living costs.

Assessment

Shortlisting may be used. Shortlisted applicants will be assessed by an assessment committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the faculty. As part of the overall assessment, the applicant may be called for interview.

Conditions of employment

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.

Application, salary etc.

Salary is determined in accordance with the applicable collective agreement and based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including the content of the position, responsibilities, and qualification requirements.
As an applicant, you are entitled to information about the starting salary and salary range for the position. This information will be provided during the recruitment process. SDU does not collect information on applicants’ previous salary.

The applications must include

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae including a list of publications
• Certificates/Diplomas (MSc and PhD) - Danish or English
• Research Statement
• 2-3 letters of recommendation

Contact information

Further information is available from Associate Professor Robin Kaarsgaard Sales or the Secretariat at Centre for Quantum Mathematics ( [e-mail] ).

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark

Further information about The Faculty of Natural Sciences - Please see the links in the URL provided.

About SDU

The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities – and we can only do that with the right people. The University’s researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.