Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Nonequilibrium Dynamics in Quantum Computing

St Lucia Campus💼 Full-time💰 $85,373–$85,373🗓 2026-09-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Develop quantum algorithms for decarbonisation applications, focusing on dissipative state preparation and nonequilibrium dynamics in molecular systems.

Role type

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Quantum Computing & Molecular Dynamics)

Builds

Quantum algorithms for decarbonisation (battery chemistries, catalysts, process optimisation)

Domain

Quantum Computing / Computational Molecular Science / Decarbonisation

Deliverable

production ML models | research

Required skills

dissipative quantum dynamics, nonequilibrium statistical mechanics, quantum thermodynamics, molecular modelling, quantum algorithms, fault-tolerant quantum computing

Preferred skills

open quantum systems, resource analysis of algorithms

Technologies

Quantum computing frameworks, molecular simulation tools

Responsibilities

Develop a coherent research program on nonequilibrium dynamics and quantum algorithms; Collaborate with academic and industry partners on joint projects and funding; Supervise undergraduate and research students

Seniority

Postdoctoral Researcher (Early Career)

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About uq

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave.