Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Many-Body Systems

This postdoctoral position at King’s College London focuses on advancing quantum simulation techniques for bosonic systems coupled to qubits. The role involves classical benchmarking using tensor networks and Pauli propagation to validate quantum hardware results on Google’s Willow processor. The project targets classically intractable problems in energy, materials, and technology by addressing challenges in Hilbert space scaling, non-Gaussian dynamics, and hardware topology mapping. The successful candidate will collaborate with academic and external partners to deliver high-impact research within a 9-month fixed-term contract.

• Develop and implement classical benchmarking methods using tensor networks and Pauli propagation for quantum simulations of bosonic systems.
• Collaborate with academic and external partners to validate quantum hardware results on Google’s Willow processor.
• Conduct independent numerical research to simulate smaller systems and compare them with quantum results.
• Contribute to publications, reports, and presentations detailing research findings and technical assumptions.
• Ensure open, reproducible, and well-documented research practices, including proper data and software management.
• Work effectively within a collaborative research environment involving both academic and external stakeholders.