Postdoc position – QuantERA PROTEQT Centre Européen des Sciences Quantiques

Université de Strasbourg; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution in France seeks a Postdoctoral researcher for a project on quantum technologies. The role focuses on developing protocols for protecting quantum information and conducting experimental studies. Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics and have a good command of English. The position offers full-time work with an expected start date of 1 Feb 2026. Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter by 31 Dec 2025 to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Strong background in theoretical or experimental atomic physics, particularly Rydberg atoms.
• Experience working with lasers and electronics.
• Good knowledge of technical English.

Responsabilités

• Develop protocols for encoding quantum information.
• Conduct experimental studies on Rydberg-interacting ensembles.
• Contribute to the AQCess platform's technical development.

Connaissances

Research Collaboration

Technical Problem Solving

High-level Communication Skills

Supervising Students

Formation

PhD in Physics

Outils

Laser Cooling and Trapping

Optical Tweezers

Vacuum Systems

Description du poste

Organisation/Company Université de Strasbourg Department Direction des ressources humaines Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country France Application Deadline 6 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Postdoc position – QuantERA PROTEQT

• Context

Quantum technologies are one of the most dynamic fields of advanced technology, and of major strategic importance for France and Europe. As a result, the University of Strasbourg and CESQ, in collaboration with international partners, are participating to a collaborative research project under the QuantERA programme and cofunded by the French National Research Agency ANR, which aims to create synergies and promote collaboration in research and innovation in quantum science and technology.

The QuantERA project PROTECT “Protection of quantum information in small clusters of qubits“ proposes an approach to enhance qubit coherence by orders of magnitude by storing quantum information in the lowest energy states of small qubit clusters. In Strasbourg we will apply these principles to realize protected states of Rydberg atom ensembles, as an enabling technology for future fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum processors.

This collaborative project will help reinforce the University of Strasbourg's position as a leader in the field of quantum science and quantum technology, by transforming stablished quantum science into practical technologies, demonstrating new quantum devices and systems and foster innovation in quantum applications.

• Position identification

Type of contract: Post-doctoral contract Category (A, B or C): A

Title of post:Postdoctoral position

Contract/project period:01.06.2024 - 31.12.2027

Expected date of employment:01.02.2026

Proportion of work :Full time

Desired level of education:PhD or equivalent

Experience required:PhD and/or postdoc experience in experimental atomic, molecular and atomic physics

Contact(s) for information on the position (identity, position, e-mail address, telephone):

Closing date for the receipt of applications: 06.01.2026

• Activities

As part of the PROTEQT project, the recruited researcher will be expected to engage in a range of scientific and collaborative activities

• Develop novel protocols for encoding and protecting quantum information in neutral atom quantum computers
• Perform experimental studies on Rydberg-interacting atomic ensembles
• Contribute to the technical development of the aQCess platform, a neutral atom quantum computer based on ytterbium atoms in optical tweezers
• Cross-border collaboration and mobility, with the opportunity to engage in collaborative meetings with partner institutions and to present your work at national and international conferences
• Skills
• Qualifications/knowledge:

- PhD with a strong background in theoretical or experimental atomic physics, Rydberg atoms

- Experience working with laser cooling and trapping, lasers, optical tweezers, electronics, computer control, vacuum systems

- A good knowledge of technical English

• Operational skills/expertise :
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research collaboratively and independently.
• Implement technical solutions to challenging problems
• High-level communication skills.
• Experience in supervising students is considered favourably
• Personal qualities: curiosity, strong motivation for research, great organisational skills, ability to learn new subjects. Ability to work in group. Skills for written and oral presentation of research results.
• Working environment and context

The new European Centre for Quantum Sciences (CESQ), attached to ISIS (Institut de Science et d’Ingénierie Supramoléculaires), develops new lines of research and technology exploiting quantum principles, at the frontiers to chemistry, physics, materials science, and computing.

• Number of staff in department: 50
• Number of supervisors (if any): 1-2

The postdoctoral researcher will be a member of the CESQ, directed by Guido Pupillo.

• Special conditions of practice (notice attached): None

Applications (CV, cover letter and any references) to be sent by email before 31.12.2025 to [e-mail] with the Ref: PROTEQT Postdoc 2026

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Internal Application form(s) needed