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Associate Research Scientist in Quantum Computing (ref. no. CaSToRC_ARS_23_15)
Closing Date: 25/01/2024 The Cyprus lnstitute (Cyl) is a non-profit science and technology educational and research institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Boar...

Closing Date: 25/01/2024

The Cyprus lnstitute (Cyl) is a non-profit science and technology educational and research institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of Cyl falls within the following four research centers: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Center (CaSToRC); the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center (STARC); the Energy, Environment and Water Research Center (EEWRC); and the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C). Considerable cross-center interaction is a characteristic feature of the lnstitute’s culture.

Amongst other research areas, CaSToRC pursues research in Quantum Computing, a promising new computing methodology that is pursued by computational centres worldwide. Lt is envisaged that Quantum Computing will add a new component to Computing in general and, in particular, High Performance Computing, solving problems that are classically very hard or even impossible to address or lead to more efficient solutions than otherwise possible even with current supercomputers and HPC algorithms. This will be of benefit to all research fields in computational science, which includes fundamental science but also pharmaceutical and medical research in particular drug design, optimization problems in logistics, traffic, in engineering including the energy sector, large scale machine learning applications, finances and cybersecurity aligning with the missions of the institute within the context of the Resilience Plan of the government.  

CaSToRC is seeking to recruit highly motivated and internationally recognized scientist(s) for the position of Associate ResearchScientist in Quantum Computing who will contribute to the research activities of the recently EU funded ERA Chair QUEST (QUantum computing for Excellence in Science and Technology) project. QUEST aims to create a research group in Quantum Computing under the leadership of the ERA chair holder Prof. Karl Jansen. QUEST will allow Cyprus to take advantage of opportunities in Quantum Computing in Cyprus but also at the European level, such as by the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking and the quantum technologies flagship program, which are presently not being fully exploited.

The initial duration of the appointment will be for3 years, renewable subject to performance and upon availability of funding. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, according to the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

  • Development of quantum computing algorithms for uses cases spanning a broad portfolio of
  • applications
  • Benchmarking and testing of newly emerging quantum computing hardware
  • Application to optimization problems from basic science, industry and governmental agencies
  • Training and education of scientists, engineers and beyond
  • Dissemination and outreach activities
  • Preparation of reports
  • Proposal preparation on national and international level

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • PhD (or expected to have one by the time of the start date of employment) in Quantum Information, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or any other related subject

The candidate must hold a PhD degree from a recognized higher education institution before the deadline of the opening. Candidates who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but who have not yet formally been awarded the doctoral degree will also be considered eligible to apply provided that they can document their successful defence of the thesis

  • At least three years of relevant experience following PhD degree completion
  • Proven related research
  • Experience in Presentations at international meetings and conferences
  • Experience in quantum computing and algorithmic development and testing
  • Excellent knowledge of oral and written English
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred skills/knowledge/experience (non-mandatory):

  • Knowledge of programming languages, such as C, C++, Julia or Python
  • Knowledge of Qiskit, Pennylane or similar programming languages

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Prof Karl Jansen (k.jansen@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications, which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. 

The Cyprus Institute is an Equals Opportunity employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Prof Karl Jansen

Reference number: CaSToRC_ARS_23_15
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