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Michigan State University Research Associate-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
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Research Associate-Fixed Term
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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Engineering
Department:Computational Math Sci And Engr Egr 40000839
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Engineers/Architects, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field, and will have significant research interests and demonstrated success in quantum information science. The candidate will work with Ryan LaRose in theDepartment Computational Mathematics, Science, and Engineering (CMSE) (https://cmse.msu.edu/) , with opportunities to collaborate with other faculty in theCenter for Quantum Computing, Science, and Engineering (MSU-Q) (https://msuq.natsci.msu.edu/) . The start date for this position is flexible and applications will be reviewed until filled. The position is for one year with the opportunity to renew upon successful progress. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Ryan LaRose (rmlarose@msu.edu).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
Minimum Requirements
PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
Dissertation topic and/or demonstrated research experience in quantum information science
Desired Qualifications
Strong familiarity with the mathematics of quantum information theory
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Developing quantum algorithms and estimating their resources
Classically simulating quantum circuits, with and without noise
Developing and benchmarking quantum error mitigation techniques
Designing quantum error correction codes and/or decoders for quantum error correction
Experience with Python programming
Experience with high-performance computing
Experience with machine learning (theory and/or practice)
Required Application Materials
CV,
Statement of research experience, interests, and proposal for future research (max 2 pages)
Two letters of recommendation
Review of Applications Begins On
11/11/2024
Website
cmse.msu.edu
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Oct 18, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
