Research Fellow - Quantum Error Correction Coding

The frontier-research to be carried out by the project encompasses the mathematical and simulation-based performance evaluation as well as the design of radically new quantum error correction codes relying on sophisticated new arrangements. Hence having strong theoretical background in quantum error correction coding is absolutely essential. More specifically, the candidate has to have excellent software skills both in programming the IBM quantum computer in the cloud and the IRIDIS parallel computer of the University of Southampton. Specific track-record in topological quantum codes, such as colour codes is also essential.

To be successful you will hold a PhD or equivalent professional qualification and experience in quantum error correction coding and a prolific publication record in quantum coding. As part of the European Research Council's Advanced Fellow project QuantCom, an excellent publication track-record is expected in at the above-mentioned areas, since the prestigious ERC funding scheme expects substantial dissemination of the results of this emerging frontier-research.

This role is full time, fixed term until 31/05/2023.

For further information please refer to http://www-mobile.ecs.soton.ac.uk or contact Professor. L. Hanzo ( lh@ecs.soton.ac.uk ).

* Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given .

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We have a range of staff development programmes and a unique mentoring scheme. There are a great range of benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days); subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.

Equality, diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in the School of Electronics and Computer Science. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME), LGBT and disabled applicants to apply for this position. We are committed to improving equality for women in science and have been successful in achieving an Athena SWAN bronze award in April 2020. We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy*, onsite childcare facilities

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