Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Quantum Computing (Ford Alliance … – Times Higher Education
Location:ParkvilleRole type:Full-time; Fixed-termfor 2 yearsFaculty:Faculty of ScienceDepartment/School:School of PhysicsSalary:Level B $110,236 - $130,900p.a. plus 17% super
About- School of Physics
The University of Melbourne's School of Physics is one of Australia's leading Physics Schools. It has achieved this status through the high quality of its research and teaching programs.The School also plays a major role in the Australian Synchrotron research program, and in the development of the Stawell Underground Physics Laboratory.
About the Role
The School of Physics is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow in the area of quantum computing, supported by the Ford Alliance Program/Zero Emissions Energy Lab and the IBM Quantum Hub at The University of Melbourne. The Research Fellow will be expected to undertake high-level research in the application of quantum computers to mobility space optimisation problems, engaging with the Ford quantum computing team, and with the IBM Q Hub at the University of Melbourne (QHub).
The appointee will be based at the University of Melbourne Parkville campus and work under the supervision of Prof Lloyd Hollenberg.
The University of Melbourne provides a wide range of opportunities for exciting research collaborations, and the Research Fellow will be encouraged to develop collaborative links within the School as well as externally, in line with the strategic direction of the School of Physics.
You are expected to significantly contribute towards the research effort of the team and to develop your research expertise with an increasing degree of autonomy.
You will:
Ideally, you will have the following
About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.
Benefits of Working with Us
In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:
To find out more, visithttps://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits.
Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please submit your application including a brief cover letter, your resume and your responses against the selection criteria^ (found in the Position Description) for the role.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go tohttp://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us athr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.
Applications close:23 APRIL 2023 11:55 PMAUS Eastern Daylight Time
Position description:0058951_Postdoc RF Ford Alliance Project Quantum Computing_PD.pdf
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Quantum Computing (Ford Alliance ... - Times Higher Education
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