Postdoc: Quantum Information & AI-Driven Simulation

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

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Job summary

University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in theoretical and computational quantum information science and condensed matter physics, led by Prof. Haining Pan.

The appointment starts Fall 2027 and is initially two years, with annual renewals based on performance and funds. The successful candidate will study quantum computing, AI-accelerated quantum simulation, materials discovery, quantum machine learning, and topological quantum materials.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science or closely related areas.
• Demonstrated strength in quantum many-body numerics, ML for physical systems, or analytical many-body theory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct numerical and theoretical research on quantum computing and quantum information science.
• Explore AI-accelerated quantum simulation and materials discovery.
• Investigate quantum machine learning and topological quantum materials.

Skills

Tensor-network methods

Variational Monte Carlo

Machine learning for physics

Quantum information theory

Topological quantum materials

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or Computer Science

Tools

HPC systems

Tensor-network software

Job description

University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in theoretical and computational quantum information science and condensed matter physics, led by Prof. Haining Pan.

The appointment starts Fall 2027 and is initially two years, with annual renewals based on performance and funds. The successful candidate will study quantum computing, AI-accelerated quantum simulation, materials discovery, quantum machine learning, and topological quantum materials.