Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Quantum Physics – Neutral Atoms

Quantum Technologies; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 145,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Conference funding

Hybrid work

Computational resources

International environment

Job summary

The Center for Theoretical Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the Neutral Atoms Applications theory group in Warsaw. We seek candidates to develop theoretical and numerical methods for programmable quantum systems, especially neutral atoms in optical tweezers and Rydberg arrays.

This full-time position, initially for one year with extension to 2029, offers salary 12,980–14,660 PLN gross per month, conference funding, access to

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or a closely related field.
• Strong background in quantum optics, atomic physics, quantum information, quantum control, open quantum systems, or many-body physics.
• Experience in analytical or numerical modelling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop theoretical and numerical methods for modelling programmable quantum systems.
• Collaborate with experimental and theoretical groups in related projects.
• Supervise PhD and undergraduate students.
• Pursue independent research directions within the group's agenda.

Skills

Quantum optics

Atomic physics

Rydberg physics

Quantum control

Many-body dynamics

Numerical modelling

Education

PhD in physics

Job description

Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Quantum Physics – Neutral Atoms

Center for Theoretical Physics, PAS

The Center for Theoretical Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences (CTP PAS) in Warsaw invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the newly established Neutral Atoms Applications theory group at the Center for Quantum-Enabled Computing (C4QEC), led by Dr. Piotr T. Grochowski.

Our research focuses on developing theoretical and numerical methods for modelling and controlling programmable quantum systems, particularly neutral atoms in optical tweezers and Rydberg arrays.

Research topics include:

• Quantum control and quantum state engineering
• Neutral atoms, optical tweezers, and Rydberg arrays
• Quantum simulation and many-body dynamics
• Quantum optics and quantum information
• Quantum sensing and hybrid quantum systems

The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop their own research directions within the group's broader scientific agenda, collaborate with experimental and theoretical groups, and contribute to the supervision of PhD and undergraduate students.

We offer:

• A full-time postdoctoral position, initially for one year, with the possibility of extension until the end of 2029, subject to satisfactory performance
• Salary: 12,980–14,660 PLN gross/month (full-time employment contract, including social security and health insurance)
• Funding for conference participation and research visits
• Access to computational resources and an international research environment
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work arrangements

Requirements: A PhD in physics or a related discipline, and a strong background in quantum optics, atomic physics, quantum information, quantum control, open quantum systems, or many-body physics. Experience in analytical or numerical modelling is an advantage.

The PhD must normally have been awarded no earlier than 2021, with extensions possible for eligible career interruptions, as described in the full announcement.