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Post-doctoral fellow in Autonomous Quantum Thermodynamics
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- PROJECT AND RESEARCH AREA
Autonomous quantum devices – devices that do not require the external control of a conventional agent or auxiliary system – are particularly promising for various applications linked to quantum technologies [1].This is notably the type of device recently developed using quantum circuits to reset a qubit [2].In this context, a recent paper [3] introduces a thermodynamic formalism for designing autonomous quantum devices that exploit resources (in the form of non-thermal characteristics) contained in arbitrary quantum systems.As an illustrative application, an autonomous quantum refrigerator can be designed, composed solely of a qubit and a quantum harmonic oscillator (e.g. a cavity mode). When the harmonic oscillator initially contains a well-chosen non-thermal resource, their interaction is enough to cool the qubit and reduce its entropy without the need for thermal baths or external controls. This is impossible without non-thermal resources (unless, of course, the harmonic oscillator is initially colder than the qubit).Project-related collaborations: Dominique Sugny (ICB Lab), Cyril Elouard (Lorraine University).References:[1] J. A. M. Guzmán, P. Erker, S. Gasparinetti, M. Huber, and N. Y. Halpern, DiVincenzo-like criteria for
autonomous quantum machines, arXiv (2023), 2307.08739.
[2] M. A. Aamir, P. J. Suria, J. A. M. Guzmán, C. Castillo-Moreno, J. M. Epstein, N. Y. Halpern, and S.
Gasparinetti, Thermally driven quantum refrigerator autonomously resets superconducting qubit, arXiv
(2023), 2305.16710.
[3] C. Elouard and C. Lombard Latune, Extending the Laws of Thermodynamics for Arbitrary Autonomous
Quantum Systems, PRX Quantum 4, 020309 (2023).
- MISSIONS AND ACTIVITIES
The overall aim of the postdoctoral fellowship is to understand and explore the possibilities and limits of such autonomous quantum devices and to foster experimental implementations. The successful candidate will work on some of the following aspects: * Optimisation of autonomous quantum devices. Study performance limits (maximum cooling power, maximum efficiency, maximum speed) and ways of achieving them.
- Quantum thermodynamic theorems.
- Creation of a quantum gate using fewer resources.
- Independent work extraction.
- When developing theoretical tools, methods and models, practical experimental applications will be a constant concern. Results can be tested and used on some of the following experimental platforms: nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), NV centres, cold atom platforms (BEC, Rydberg atoms) and quantum circuits.
RequirementsResearch Field Physics » Thermodynamics Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsSolid knowledge of Quantum Information, Open Quantum Systems, Quantum Thermodynamics are highly desirable. Knowledge of programming (python, Mathematica) are also welcome.Specific RequirementsThe candidate must have obtained his/her doctorate before 1 May 2024.
The candidate must have less than 3 years’ experience after defending his/her thesis.Languages FRENCH Level ExcellentLanguages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field Physics » ThermodynamicsAdditional InformationBenefits
- Working environment and facilities :
- American-style campus with sports facilities available to staff
- Access to university libraries and catalogues
- Access to the Atheneum (cultural centre) and its events programme
- Possible membership of staff associations (equivalent to a Works Council)
- Campus accessible by tram and bus, but also DIVIA bicycles (self-service bicycles available with a subscription)
- Sustainable mobility packages
- Partial coverage by mutual insurance
- Numerous catering outlets (university cafeterias, etc.)
Remuneration: floor of €2,271 gross (cf. decree of 04/11/2021)Eligibility criteriaThe candidate must have obtained his/her doctorate before 1 May 2024.
The candidate must have less than 3 years’ experience after defending his/her thesis.Selection process
- List of documents required to apply :
– Complete CV including educational background, certifications, professional and academic experience, most significant publications, internships,– A letter of application explaining your interest in the post– Thesis defence report– Applications should be sent to Camille L Latune,Application deadline: 31 May 2024You will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application within 2 days.Additional commentsRights and obligations, particularly with regard to ethics and intellectual property:The beneficiary (post-doctoral fellow) will be bound by professional secrecy with regard to third parties, not only concerning the activities of the laboratory relating to the field of study and research, but also concerning the activities of the laboratory of which he/she may have knowledge.
He/she may not publish or make any written or oral communication relating to his/her research without the prior agreement of the project’s Scientific Manager. The post-doctoral researcher’s publications and communications must be co-signed by the scientific manager of the research, who is a full member of the laboratory. The results of the research, whether patentable or not, will be the full and complete property of the laboratory, which may file patents in its name to protect the inventions made.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Burgundy Country France State/Province Côte-d’Or City Dijon Postal Code 21000 Street 9 avenue Alain Savary GeofieldWhere to apply E-mail[email protected]Contact CityDijon Cedex WebsiteStreet9 Av. A. Savaray – BP 47870 Postal Code21078STATUS: EXPIRED
Expected salary
€2271 per month
Location
Dijon, Côte-d’Or
Job date
Thu, 11 Apr 2024 23:04:09 GMT
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