Posted in Other about 2 hours ago.
Type: Full-Time
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Liu Lab or QSAI (Quantum Secure Artificial Intelligence) group, at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Computing, Department of Computer Science seeks a highly motivated individual to contribute to research in the area of quantum computing, machine learning and quantum security. The project will broadly focus on the following aspects:
-Designing quantum computer systems and architectures for fault-tolerant quantum computing;
-Developing quantum machine learning systems and applications;
-Investigating quantum security, quantum cryptography and post-quantum cryptography.
This is position is for one-year in length as a full-time post-doctoral scholar outside of the tenure stream with a possibility of extension dependent on funding and candidate’s performance. The position offers the opportunity to work in a high-quality research environment with a strong diversity of projects. This position is housed in the Department of Computer Science, which has a long-standing tradition of providing a stimulating learning and research environment.
Required Qualifications
o PhD degree in computer science, physics, applied mathematics or a relevant field is required.
o Demonstrated experience in quantum computing and related algorithm and software development is required.
Preferred Qualifications
o Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team contributing to an active intellectual environment.
o Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2024. Applicants from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.
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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
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