PhD Fellowship in Analogue Quantum Computing
Join a research team at OsloMet to advance analogue quantum computing and optimization algorithms.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in physics, mathematics, or computer science and an interest in quantum optimization.
Overview
Oslo Metropolitan University is seeking a PhD candidate to join the Department of Computer Science as part of the Norwegian Quantum Software Centre (NorQSoft) and the OsloMet Quantum Hub. The research will focus on analogue quantum computing, specifically exploring time-continuous approaches like adiabatic quantum computing and quantum annealing for solving complex optimization problems. The candidate will investigate the impact of noise and decoherence on these systems and compare them with digital implementations such as QAOA. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with researchers from Simula Research Laboratory and other NorQSoft partners.
What you'll do
- Conduct and publish high-quality research within the scope of the project.
- Collaborate closely with the main supervisor and members of the NorQSoft centre.
- Contribute to the activities of the Quantum Hub and NorQSoft, including seminars and public dissemination.
- Present research findings at international conferences and workshops.
- Develop and test novel approaches for solving hard optimization problems using quantum hardware.
- Perform classical simulations to evaluate potential quantum speedups.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in physics, mathematics, or computer science with an average grade B or better.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Proficiency in English (written and oral).
- Familiarity with scientific computing.
- Programming experience in Python, C++, Julia, or MATLAB.
- Ability to work autonomously and receptively to supervision.
- Must meet the admission requirements for the doctoral programme at OsloMet.
- Master's thesis must have a minimum grade of B.
- Bachelor's degree must have an average grade of C or better.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-06
Applications must be submitted through the university's electronic recruitment system. Ensure all required documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Application letter
- CV
- Reference letters
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Master's degree certificate
- Master's thesis
- List of publications and presentations
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