QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellow-1

University of Maryland; College Park, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS) at the University of Maryland invites exceptional candidates for the QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellowship in Quantum Information and Computer Science. Fellows collaborate with QuICS Fellows and interact with leading researchers at UMD and NIST.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in physics, mathematics, computer science, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with QuICS Fellows and interact with researchers at UMD and NIST.
• Conduct research in quantum information processing, quantum algorithms, and related areas.

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field

Job description

## QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellow-1Apply: University of Maryland College Park: Full time: Posted Today: JR104987# **Job Description Summary**Organization Summary Statement: The Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS, http://quics.umd.edu) is seeking exceptional candidates for the QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellowships in Quantum Information and Computer Science. QuICS is a research partnership between the University of Maryland (UMD) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Located at the University of Maryland just outside of Washington, D.C., the center advances research and education in quantum computer science and quantum information theory. Ongoing projects at QuICS include theoretical and experimental research on quantum algorithms, quantum complexity theory, quantum communication, quantum error correction and fault tolerance, quantum-enhanced metrology, quantum cryptography and quantum-secure cryptography, implementations of quantum information processing, foundations of quantum mechanics, applications of quantum information to physics, and more. QuICS Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to work in close collaboration with one or ideally more than one QuICS Fellow (including Affiliate and Adjunct QuICS Fellows), and will have opportunities to interact with leading computer scientists and theoretical and experimental physicists at UMD and NIST. Applicants will be considered for the QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellowship, and may also be considered for other postdoctoral positions at QuICS. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Ph.D. degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field. Physical Demands: N/A Preferences: Successful applicants may focus on any area of quantum information processing. Applicants are encouraged to contact QuICS Fellows directly to inquire about current research interests.# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials:*** Curriculum Vitae, including a complete publication list* Two-page Research Statement* After you submit your application, you will receive a request over e-mail to provide the names of three or more references who will provide letters of recommendation for you. (The due date for letters of recommendation is December 8th.) **Best Consideration Date:** 12/1/2026**Posting Close Date:** N/A**Open Until Filled:** Yes# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.# **Department**CMNS-Institute for Advanced Computer Studies# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$75,000