英国约克大学2022年招聘博士后职位（量子随机数发生器）

英国约克大学2022年招聘博士后职位（量子随机数发生器）

约克大学（University of York），建于1963年，是一所位于英国英格兰约克的研究型公立大学，英国罗素大学集团、世界大学联盟、N8大学联盟、白玫瑰大学联盟和江苏―英国高水平大学联盟的重要学术成员。

Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of York

Description

We are seeking a talented Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to work with Prof. Roger Colbeck on quantum random number generators (QRNGs). The project will either involve studying current commercial or near-commercial QRNGs with a view to accurately assess the amount of quantum randomness they can produce, or investigating the best way to make device-independent QRNGs more practical. This is a theoretical project that will involve interaction with experimental groups and/or commercial partners.

The successful candidate will be based in the Department of Mathematics at the University of York and connected either to the AQuRand project or the Quantum Communications Hub. This is a full-time position with a fixed term of one year. The start date is 1st November 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Role

To conduct individual and collaborative research projects, duties to include: analysis and interpretation of research data; use of appropriate research techniques and methods; writing up of research results and dissemination through publications, seminar and conference presentations and public engagement and outreach activities; contributing to the identification of possible new areas of research

To contribute to the preparation of research proposals and applications to external bodies

To undertake appropriate organisational and administrative activities connected to the research project

To develop and initiate collaborative working internally and externally

To provide guidance to other staff and students, as required, as well as coordinating the work of small research teams

Qualification needed

PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or a related discipline or equivalent experience

Knowledge needed

Knowledge in quantum Information to engage in high quality research

Knowledge of a range of research techniques and methodologies

Research expertise in quantum information

Research experience in quantum random number generation or key distribution

Research experience modelling optical quantum systems

Skills, abilities, competencies needed

Highly developed communication skills to engage effectively with a wide ranging audience, both orally and in writing, using a range of media

Ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals and engage in public dissemination

Ability to develop research objectives, projects and proposals for own and joint research, with the assistance of a mentor if required

Competency to conduct individual and collaborative research projects

Competency to make presentations at conferences or exhibit work in other appropriate events

Ability to identify sources of funding and contribute to the process of securing funds, with collaborators if required

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: Prof Roger Colbeck, roger.colbeck@york.ac.uk