Research Associate In Quantum Software

Status: Full Time and Fixed term contract for 2 years Location: Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford We are hiring a full-time Research Associate to work in Quantum Software, based at the Department of Computer Science.  Under the supervision of Associate Professor Aleks Kissinger, you will work as a researcher in compilation and verification of 2 Quantum Software as part of the 5-year ERC Consolidator Grant Project (funded by UKRI) entitled (De) constructing Quantum Software (DeQS) led by Aleks Kissinger. You are expected to hold a PhD/Dphil in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline. You will possess knowledge of quantum information theory, quantum computing, or an adjacent field. Experience of actively developing research outputs such as publications is required. Candidates will be considered with strong potential and commitment who are seeking an opportunity for early research experience, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 6 with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate. Applicants will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19th July 2024. Interviews are expected to be held in July. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, Living Wage and Mindful Employer, holding an Athena Swan Bronze Award, HR excellence in Research and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award. Our staff and students come from all over the world and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diversity groups and champions, for example www.cs.ox.ac.uk/aboutus/women-cs-oxford/index.html , as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example shared parental leave. Demonstrating a commitment to provide equality of opportunity. We would particularly welcome applications from women and black and minority ethnic applicants who are currently under-represented within the Computer Science Department. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.