Postdoc: Quantum Computing for Nonlinear Multiscale Systems

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory; Utah; On-site; USD 69,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to explore the frontier of quantum information science and plasma physics. The role will lay the theoretical groundwork for Quantum Computer for Application Development and Discovery Science (QC-ADDS).

You will publish findings and present at conferences as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will collaborate across disciplines, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, and contribute to a

Qualifications

• PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.
• Academic background or experience with quantum algorithms or quantum computing.
• Ph.D. degree in Quantum Computing, Plasma Physics, Statistical Physics, or a related field.
• Familiarity with quantum algorithm, quantum error correction, and fusion energy science.
• Strong team player with the willingness and ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to publish work in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated expertise in quantum algorithms and error correction.
• Demonstrated experience in formulating nonlinear multiscale complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Publish research in peer‑reviewed literature and present at scientific conferences.
• Lay the theoretical foundation for Quantum Computer for Application Development and Discovery Science (QC-ADDS).
• Join a multidisciplinary team with interest in quantum information science and plasma physics.

Skills

Quantum algorithms

Quantum computing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Publish in peer-reviewed journals

Independent work

Nonlinear multiscale systems

Error correction knowledge

Education

PhD in Quantum Computing

PhD in Plasma Physics

PhD in Statistical Physics

Tools

Quantum computing tools

Quantum error correction

Job description

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to explore the frontier of quantum information science and plasma physics. The role will lay the theoretical groundwork for Quantum Computer for Application Development and Discovery Science (QC-ADDS).

You will publish findings and present at conferences as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will collaborate across disciplines, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, and contribute to a