Postdoc research associate in fundamental physics, quantum information, and AI

Maryland University; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland University and QuICS invite applications for up to two postdoctoral research associates to work on quantum simulation, sensing, and AI/ML in fundamental physics. The appointments will be in Prof. Davoudi’s group at the Physical Sciences Complex on the University of Maryland campus.

Start between January 1, 2027 and October 1, 2027 for a two-year term with possible renewal. Applications by November 15, 2026; salary and standard benefits provided, with access to leading quantum computing

Qualifications

• Candidates should have expertise in quantum information science and fundamental physics.
• Experience applying AI/ML in physics is desirable.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Work on applications of quantum simulation, sensing, and related technologies at UMD.
• Collaborate with Prof. Davoudi's group and engage with associated centers and labs.
• Contribute to research in quantum information and fundamental physics over a two-year appointment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Quantum information science

AI/ML in physics

Job description

Maryland Center for Fundamental Physics (MCFP) and the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS) at the University of Maryland (UMD), College Park, seek applications for up to two postdoctoral research associates to work on applications of quantum simulation, sensing, and other technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, in fundamental physics and related disciplines. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: quantum information science, fundamental physics (e.g., nuclear physics, high-energy physics, and cosmology), and AI/ML in physics. Strong analytical and numerical skills are required.

The postdoc research associate(s) will join the group of Prof. Zohreh Davoudi (https://www.davoudi-academic.com/) and will work at the Physical Sciences Complex on the campus of UMD, in close proximity to a strong and diverse community of faculty, fellows, and researchers in fundamental physics (including nuclear, particle, and gravitational physics) and quantum information science (including quantum simulation, quantum sensing, quantum information, and quantum computation). In addition to Maryland Center for Fundamental Physics (https://mcfp.physics.umd.edu/) and the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (https://quics.umd.edu/), the post-doc researcher(s) will enjoy interacting with researchers at the NSF Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (https://rqs.umd.edu/), the Joint Quantum Institute (https://jqi.umd.edu/), and the National Quantum Lab (Q-Lab) (https://qlab.umd.edu/) with priority access to world-class quantum-computing facilities, among others.

Applications submitted by Nov 15, 2026 will receive full consideration. The start date of the appointment can be between January 1, 2027 and October 1, 2027, with a preference for earlier dates. This is a two-year position with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. In addition to a competitive salary and standard benefits, the position includes modest funds to cover research-related expenses.

For questions regarding the position, you may contact Prof. Davoudi at [e-mail].

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