Duke University, Duke Quantum Center
Position ID:
Duke-Duke Quantum Center-PDA_KLCO [#31480]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27705, United States of America
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/01/06, listed until 2026/06/28)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Duke Quantum Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on the advancement and implementation of quantum field simulations, broadly defined. The position involves designing, executing, and analyzing current or future quantum simulations at the intersection of subatomic physics and quantum information science. The successful candidate will also lead peer-reviewed publications and develop computational methods to interpret complex data. In addition to research responsibilities, the postdoctoral researcher will actively engage in group meetings, journal clubs, and departmental seminars, and will have opportunities to mentor undergraduate and graduate students, support new group members, and collaborate with colleagues across the Duke research community. Required Qualifications at this Level Education/Training: PhD (theoretical nuclear/high-energy physics, quantum information science, lattice gauge theories, quantum many-body dynamics) Experience: Preferred--computational experience in simulating/implementing quantum algorithms for field theories on quantum hardware. Appointment Detail: This post‑doctoral position is a full‑time, 12‑month appointment with annual renewal contingent on performance and funding availability. Position has the opportunity for a multi-year appointment. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duke University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Two references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Duke University, Durham, NC, US