Research Assistant /Associate in Quantum at Newcastle University

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Computing as a Research Assistant/Associate in the InnovateUK project ‘Feasibility Study on Quantum Optimisation of Aircraft Container Loading’. The project will be in collaboration with Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, and with two industrial partners: the UK National Quantum Computing Centre and Unisys UK.

The role of the post holder is to work on the following topics of interest:

• Analysing and evaluating the quantum optimisation potential aimed at supporting the Use Cases
• Uncovering quantum optimisation strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities
• Working on implementation and verification of the algorithms is quantum programs
• Providing and validating the knowledge and identifying the resources needed

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment and we would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible and/or blended working.

This position is available on a full time and fixed term basis ending on 31st August 2024. Click on the ‘Apply’ button above to complete an online application and upload a plain text copy of your CV and covering letter only. In your cover letter, please highlight how your skills align with or go beyond the essential requirements for the role. Kindly note that any other ‘additional documents’ you upload to the job portal might not be reviewed by the panel.

For more information about the project, please contact Prof Thomas Gross at thomas.gross@ncl.ac.uk.

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