[quantum-info] Fwd: Postdoc position vacancy

[Daniel Gottesman]

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From: Zhengfeng Ji <Zhengfeng.Ji at uts.edu.au>
Date: Wed, Mar 18, 2020 at 8:50 PM
Subject: Fwd: Postdoc position vacancy
To: Daniel Gottesman <dgottesman at perimeterinstitute.ca>
Cc: Youming Qiao <Youming.Qiao at uts.edu.au>, Troy Lee <Troy.Lee at uts.edu.au>


Dear Daniel,

How are you? It has been ages since we last spoke. I hope you are well and safe!

Could you please help us distribute the following to the Waterloo
quantum information list? Thanks!

Best wishes,
Zhengfeng

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Dear Colleauges,

I'd like to brought your attention to the postdoc position opening at
UTS:QSI below.

The Centre for Quantum Software & Information is recruiting for a
Postdoctoral Research Associate to play a key role in research in the
areas of quantum algorithms and complexity theory. Particular areas of
focus include: investigating the power of interactive models of
quantum computation, finding larger speedups in the quantum query
model, and showing lower bounds on quantum circuit size. The position
will be based at the centrally located UTS Campus in Ultimo and be
will jointly supervised by Professor Zhengfeng Ji, Associate Professor
Troy Lee, and Dr Youming Qiao.

The Centre for Quantum Software & Information is one of the top
research centres for quantum information in the world. It comprises
around 15 core members doing research in the areas of quantum
algorithms, quantum complexity theory, quantum information theory, the
theory of quantum programming, and near-term applications of quantum
computers. The Centre members regularly publish in the top conferences
and journals in quantum information.

About the role

   You will have the opportunity to:

   - Deliver high-quality results for government-funded research
projects as a contributor.
   - Work productively on industry projects or international projects.
   - Mentor undergraduate, honours, Masters or high degree research
(HDR) students.
   - Develop competitive grant proposals or industry links and projects.
   - Utilise your familiarity with relevant computer software.

   Comprehensive knowledge in quantum information and computation will
asset you to flourish in the role.

About you

   - You will hold a PhD Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics,
Physics or a very closely related field.
   - You will have a demonstrable track record in the area of
theoretical computer science/quantum information through high-quality
research publications (in top Journals/conferences in the related
areas).
   - You have previous experience in any of the following topics:
quantum algorithms, quantum complexity theory.

Remuneration/Salary

   Base Salary Range: AU$89,581 to AU$96,158 pa (Level A. Step 3 - 4)
   This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the
base salary.

   UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits
include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental
leave, and salary packaging opportunities.

   This position is full-time and the appointment will be made on a
fixed-term basis for 24 months. The starting date is negotiable.

Closing Date:  Monday 30th March 2020 at 11.59pm (AEST)

About UTS

   Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology
recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative
university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia’s top
young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most
liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive
international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates
for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

   At UTS the concepts of equity and social justice are key to our
core and purpose. We are recognised widely as supporting inclusivity
and valuing diversity. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the
inception of the award, we are among the first Australian institutions
to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to
action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines. UTS Equal
Futures celebrates and supports women in academia through every stage
of their careers.

   As part of Athena SWAN, UTS has set an overarching target of 40
percent academic women in STEMM by 2022. The Centre for Quantum
Software & Information is committed to UTS’s target and supporting the
career development of women academics. UTS Women in Engineering & IT
program fosters a network of passionate females and males who are
actively involved in the development of our next generation of young
engineering and IT professionals.

Job ID: IRC165803

Application Link: here (Internet Explorer recommended)

Best,
Zhengfeng

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