Postdoctoral Scholar, Quantum Architecture Unit
This postdoctoral research position involves engaging in creative, curiosity-driven research in quantum science and technology, focusing on areas like quantum machine learning and quantum computer architecture.
The Position
We have open postdoctoral research positions in the Quantum Information Science and Technology Unit. Research topics of interest include:
- The design and modelling of quantum machine learning
- The design and modelling of quantum devices and systems
- Quantum optics and quantum network technologies
- Quantum computer architecture and quantum error correction
- Quantum neural networks and their complexity
- Quantum computation with Big Data
About OIST
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research.
The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration.
English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.
Responsibilities
The postdoctoral scholars will work together and in cooperation with Prof. Kae Nemoto to engage in creative, curiosity-driven research in quantum science and technology-related areas at OIST. They are expected to pursue creative, curiosity-driven research, and are encouraged to develop their own independent interests, as well as collaborate with existing group members and the quantum ecosystem at OIST, as well as external collaborators. In addition, all unit members are expected to support the training and mentorship of students and other unit staff.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with an excellent post-graduate academic background in theoretical quantum information science and technology or computer science/AI or neural networks with a strength in mathematics, with research experience in a topic of relevance to the role. Candidates must have a PhD at the time of commencing the position.
Ideal candidates will be curious, creative, highly motivated, and able to work independently. They will also have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
(None explicitly listed beyond general desirable traits.)
Benefits
- Relocation, housing, and commuting allowances
- Annual paid leave and summer holidays
- Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
- Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
- Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
- Access to Child Development Center
- Access to Schooling Options
- Language Education Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
- Remote Work system
Additional Info
Employment Details
- Job Type: Postdoc
- Employment Term: Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years. Contract initially with 6-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be renewed by taking into consideration the performance, conduct, and behavior of the Employee and OIST’s financial and other circumstances.
- Working Hours: 9:00-17:30 (Discretionary)
- Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, National holidays, and Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
- Leave: Annual Paid Leave, Summer Leave, Sick Leave, and Special Leave
- Overtime work hours: Discretionary Working Hours System (In the discretionary labor system for specialized work, the employee shall be deemed to have worked 7 hours 30 minutes per day).
- Report to: Professor. Kae Nemoto
Application Instructions
- Required Documents: Cover letter (English) including your research plan, Curriculum vitae (English), Names and contact information of 2 referees.
- Disclaimer: OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students and staff. Information provided by applicants or references will be kept confidential, documents will not be returned. All applicants will be notified regarding the status of their applications.
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