Post-doctoral position in polynomial optimization methods for quantum information science

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Post-doctoral position in polynomial optimization methods for quantum information science

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Offer DescriptionICFO is offering a postdoctoral position to a well-qualified, highly motivated and dynamic young scientist who wishes to enhance his/her scientific career in a friendly and stimulating environment.The successful candidate will be joining the Quantum Information Theory group led by Prof. Dr. Antonio Acín and will work on the development and improvement of methods for non-commutative polynomial optimisation and their application in quantum information science, with an emphasis on quantum networks.Funded by MCIU/AEI/ 10.13039/501100011033 and by the European Union within the QuantERA II Programme that has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsCandidates must hold an internationally-recognized Ph.D.-equivalent degree (or evidence of its completion in the nearest future) preferably in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics.The candidate should have a proven track record of previous work on quantum information science or methods for polynomial optimisation.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsSalaries for ICFO Postdoctoral positions are assigned by the Selection Committee, based on experience and seniority of the applicant, as well as the assigned tasks and responsibilities within the group. Standard salaries range from a lower level aligned with national Ramon-y-Cajal fellowships to higher levels aligned with Marie Skłodowska-Curie individual fellowships.The contract is offered for a period of 3 years.

Additionally, a family allowance is also available on request and after corresponding approval for people with family charges in the terms described in the corresponding policy.Eligibility criteriaICFO is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are selected exclusively on merit and potential on the basis of submitted application material. No restrictions related to disabilities, citizenship or gender apply to ICFO positions. ICFO abides by the principles of openness, efficiency, transparency, supportiveness, and international comparability as stated in the European Charter for Researchers and the European Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.Selection processThe formal application should be submitted online viaSuitable candidates are requested to submit:

• Presentation letter with a declaration of interest,

• Curriculum Vitae, including contact details,

• The contact e-mail of two potential referees.

Candidates will be assessed as they apply and the call will remain open until the suitable candidate is identified.For updated information about ICFO, please visit .Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute ICFO Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Castelldefels Postal Code 08860 GeofieldContact CityCastelldefels WebsiteStreetAv. Carl Friedrich Gauss, 3 Postal Code08860STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Castelldefels, Barcelona

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Sun, 01 Dec 2024 07:47:01 GMT

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