About the Opportunity
Griffith University’s Quantum and Advanced Technologies Research Institute (QUATRI) undertakes world-leading research in quantum theory, quantum experiments, and micro- and nano-technology. The Institute comprises more than 100 researchers with numerous collaborations. Our research encompasses many areas, including quantum information processing, quantum foundations, ultrafast quantum processes, microfluidics, nanomaterials, and compound semiconductor fabrication. The Institute hosts a node of the Australian Research Council’s Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computer Performance and Integration, and partners with many outside bodies including Psi-Quantum and The Australian Nanofabrication Facility. It is the premier place in Australia for quantum foundations research (theory and experiment).
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a Research Fellow in quantum foundations to work on the externally funded project, “Advancing Quantum Experiments to Test Reality Beyond Bell’s Theorem” held by Prof. Howard Wiseman, Assoc. Prof. Eric Cavalcanti and Dr Nora Tischler at Griffith University. This grant builds on the Local Friendliness No-Go theorem published by us and co-workers (Bong et al., Nature Physics 2020), in particular with new experiments inspired by it, and working out the implications of the theorem and variations on it. The job will include conceptual analysis in quantum foundations, analytic calculations in quantum information theory, and may require coding on both classical and quantum computers.
Success in this role requires collaboration with theorists Wiseman and Cavalcanti, and engagement with experiments led by Tischler and international collaborator Dr William Zeng (Unitary Foundation).
About you
- To be successful within this role, you will hold a PhD in Physics, or Philosophy of Physics, or equivalent qualifications/work experience in a relevant field.
- You will have demonstrated research experience in quantum foundations or fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics, especially quantum information.
- You will have a record of publication in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
- You will have the passion and a demonstrated ability to undertake and communicate high-quality research.
- You will have high-level interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication skills, which enable you to collaborate and work effectively as a team member.
- In addition, you will have a high level of self-motivation and the ability to take initiative and work independently.
What we can offer
The position will have a primary location at Griffith University’s Gold Coast Campus (with Cavalcanti), or its Brisbane South Campus, Nathan (with Wiseman), to be negotiated with the successful applicant before the start date. But the appointee will be expected to visit both campuses weekly.
This is a full time fixed-term position for 18 months. Sponsorship may be offered for the right candidate.
Salary Range
Research Fellow Grade 1 – Base salary range - $88,689.84 - $103,888.71 + 17% superannuation (pension fund).
