Research Associate - Quantum Algorithms with Cold Atoms

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Research Associate to advance specialist theory in quantum computing using cold atoms. The role centers on developing theoretical models and quantum protocols to support experimental efforts within NTU's National Quantum initiatives.

You will collaborate with Prof. Marek Gluza to design algorithms, analyze data, and bridge theory with experiment, contributing to a growing quantum research program and middleware solutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematics, physics, computer science or related field.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in research on quantum algorithms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in programming and a strong Github portfolio.
• Ability to work independently, develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and organized.

Responsibilities

• Provide theoretical modelling of proof of principle protocols in experiments using cold atoms as part of Singapore’s National Quantum Strategy.
• Propose new quantum protocols and build experimental capacity for realizing them.
• Provide extensive analysis and data visualization guiding experimental realization.
• Bridge between theory and experiments; serve experimentalists by providing theoretical physics support.

Skills

Communication skills

Programming

Github portfolio

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics, physics, computer science or related field

Tools

Github

Job description

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Research Associate to advance specialist theory in quantum computing using cold atoms. The role centers on developing theoretical models and quantum protocols to support experimental efforts within NTU's National Quantum initiatives.

You will collaborate with Prof. Marek Gluza to design algorithms, analyze data, and bridge theory with experiment, contributing to a growing quantum research program and middleware solutions.