Postdoc position in device-independent quantum computing at CEA Saclay, Paris, France

Quantiki; Saclay; Remote; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel funding

Two-year contract

Job summary

CEA Saclay, through the Institut de Physique Théorique (IPhT), invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position in device-independent quantum computing starting early 2027. The project aims to develop and analyze quantum primitives that minimize trust in hardware, leveraging the QuantERA ToDiQT consortium across France, Austria, Belgium and Poland.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in physics, mathematics, or computer science with a strong quantum information theory background and

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, mathematics or computer science with strong quantum information theory background.
• Experience in quantum error correction and self-testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze core quantum computing primitives from a device-independent perspective.
• Collaborate with European research groups and contribute to the QuantERA ToDiQT project.
• Present results and publish findings during the 2-year contract.

Skills

Quantum information theory

Education

PhD in physics, mathematics or computer science

Job description

Postdoc position in device-independent quantum computing at CEA Saclay, Paris, France

A 2-year postdoctoral position is open at the Institut de Physique Théorique (IPhT), CEA Saclay, near Paris, starting in early 2027.

The position focuses on bringing a device-independent perspective to quantum computing. The work involves designing and analysing core quantum computing primitives that reduce the need to trust the underlying hardware. The position is funded by the QuantERA project ToDiQT , a consortium that brings together six groups in France, Austria, Belgium and Poland.

Your profile

PhD in physics, mathematics or computer science, with a strong background in quantum information theory. Experience in quantum error correction and an interest in self-testing are a plus.

We offer

• a 2-year contract
• close collaboration with several research groups across Europe
• funding for travel
• a well-connected research environment on the Saclay plateau.