Postdoc: Quantum Algorithms for Life Sciences

AALTO UNIVERSITY; Finland; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalto University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in quantum algorithms and optimization for Life Science applications. This early-career role is in the Micro and Quantum Systems (MQS) group within the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering, Espoo, Finland.

The position is fixed-term for two years, with potential extension, and involves research across quantum computing, computational biology, genomics, and materials science, plus supervision of PhD students and

Qualifications

• Hold a PhD with an excellent academic record, awarded no more than two years before the application deadline.
• Solid background in quantum computing and quantum algorithms capable of independent research.
• Working proficiency in English; Finnish language is not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in quantum algorithms and quantum information as part of MQS group.
• Supervise PhD students and participate in teaching activities of the group.
• Publish high-quality research results in top journals.

Skills

Python

Quantum computing

Numerical simulations

Qiskit

PennyLane

Education

PhD in theoretical physics / mathematics / computer science

Tools

Qiskit

PennyLane

Job description

Aalto University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in quantum algorithms and optimization for Life Science applications. This early-career role is in the Micro and Quantum Systems (MQS) group within the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering, Espoo, Finland.

The position is fixed-term for two years, with potential extension, and involves research across quantum computing, computational biology, genomics, and materials science, plus supervision of PhD students and