Research Fellow In Quantum Energetics - Part-Time

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About the Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT)

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT) in Singapore brings together physicists, computer scientists and engineers to do basic research on quantum physics and to build devices based on quantum phenomena. Experts in this new discipline of quantum technologies are applying their discoveries in computing, communications, and sensing. 

CQT is hosted by the National University of Singapore. The Centre also has staff at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. With some 200 staff and students, it offers a friendly and international work environment

Learn more about CQT at https://www.cqt.sg/

Job Description

A Research Fellow position is open in the group of Alexia Auffèves (CNRS-MajuLab,CQT, Singapore) to work on fundamental aspects of quantum energetics applied to quantum optics. The candidate will explore relations between energy and non-classicality, both to provide new ways to characterize non-classical quantum states of light, and optimize processes to produce them. 

Context and goal of the project. Non-classical quantum states, from non-Gaussian states of light like Schrödinger cat states to entangled states, are precious resources for quantum technologies. Beyond their potential practical use, they also provide appealing fundamental objects to explore the quantum world. The focus of the project is on identifying and understanding energetic imprints of non-classicality (entanglement, non-Gaussianity, squeezing...). Such a fundamental understanding unlocks multiple research paths, from the definition of new measures and witnesses of non-classicality, to the construction of optimal processes under energetic constraints, or the identification of energetic advantages of quantum nature. 

Role of the research fellow. The fellow will contribute to build new concepts and thought experiments, develop related analytical and numerical tools, conduct feasibility studies and elaborate realistic proposals and will contribute to the data analysis of the experiments possibly inspired by the theoretical work. They will supervise PhD and master students, write papers, present the work in conferences and actively contribute to the scientific life of the group. The project has a broad goal and creativity is encouraged.

Job Requirements

• PhD in theoretical quantum physics, quantum control, open quantum systems, with a focus on realistic models. Experience in non-Gaussianity/non-classicality of CV systems and quantum trajectories will be a strong plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Capacity to work in multidisciplinary teams and at multiple levels of description.
• Proven track record of published research and presentations in relevant fields.
• Creativity, autonomy and ability to think out of the box.