Research Associate-Fixed Term
Michigan State University

East Lansing, Michigan

Posted in Retail

$0.00 - $100.00 per hour


Job Info


Job no: 997212
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 the Department Computational Mathematics, Science, and Engineering (CMSE), with opportunities to collaborate with other faculty in the Center for Quantum Computing, Science, and Engineering (MSU-Q). 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
Applications close: Oct 18, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time



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