Research Fellow (Advanced Quantum Algorithms)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore seeks a Research Fellow in Advanced Quantum Algorithms at the Centre for Quantum Technologies. The role focuses on developing novel quantum methods with applications in machine learning and finance.

Ideal candidates will have a doctorate and experience in quantum algorithm development, combining theoretical and practical research in a collaborative environment. Join a diverse team creating impactful quantum technologies.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant field from a renowned university.
• Experience in developing quantum algorithms.
• Strong communication skills for research dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel quantum algorithms and subroutines.
• Formulate and prove theoretical theorems.
• Conduct proof-of-concept hardware demonstrations.

Skills

Quantum algorithms development

Research communication

Collaboration with industry

Education

Doctorate in mathematics, computer science, physics or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Advanced Quantum Algorithms)

University-Level Unit: Centre for Quantum Technologies

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Computer Science Group

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 02/07/2026

Job Description

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT) in Singapore brings together physicists, computer scientists and engineers to do basic research on quantum physics and to build devices based on quantum phenomena. Experts in this new discipline of quantum technologies are applying their discoveries in computing, communications, and sensing. CQT is hosted by the National University of Singapore and also has staff at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. With some 200 staff and students, it offers a friendly and international work environment. Learn more about CQT at https://www.cqt.sg/

The research fellow will work closely with PI Patrick Rebentrost on developing novel quantum algorithms and subroutines. A particular focus is developing quantum methods that have potential application in the context of machine learning in the domain of finance. The work is both theoretical, i.e., formulating and proving theorems, and numerical, i.e., converting algorithms into circuits and simulating them. The job will involve proof‑of‑concept hardware demonstrations of quantum algorithms and collaboration with industry partners.

Qualifications

• A doctorate in mathematics, computer science, physics, or equivalent from a renowned university/research group.
• Demonstrated research in the development of quantum algorithms towards applications.
• Proven ability to communicate research in written and spoken form.

Req ID: 33595