JOB DESCRIPTION

The vision of a Quantum Internet is to provide fundamentally new internet technology by enabling quantum communication between any two points on earth. Such a Quantum Internet will – in synergy with the ‘classical’ Internet that we have today - connect quantum processors in order to achieve unparalleled capabilities that are provably impossible using only classical communication.
Three PhD positions are available on the topic of quantum network applications and quantum network systems in the group of Prof. Dr. Stephanie Wehner at Delft University of Technology (QuTech and Quantum Computer Science):
1. Quantum Network Applications from Non-local correlations: The goal of this position is to determine possible applications and use cases for quantum networks derived from non-local correlations obtained by measuring entanglement. Examples exist that show that non-local correlations can improve coordination tasks, for example in load balancing, distributed control, or graph coordination problems. In this position we will explore new application domains and/or develop a general understanding of domains in which existing examples highlight potential benefits of exploiting non-local correlations generated by entanglement. This project could depending on the interests of the candidate, either take on a more use case oriented direction in collaboration with potential end users, or focus more on a general theoretical understanding of this application domain. For this position, the successful candidate has a strong background in quantum information and/or one of the example domains mentioned above.
2. Quantum Network Applications for Users: The goal of this position is develop real world use cases for quantum networks, in collaboration with an end user. The type of application and use cases of interest in this case is strongly directed by the interests of the end user. The successful candidate has a background in quantum information, and should be highly motivated by the opportunity of developing real world use cases in collaboration with others with the potential to lead to later proof of concept demonstrations.
3. Quantum Network Systems for a Prototype network: The goal of this position is to further optimize the software and network stack developed by our group for execution on the Quantum Internet Alliance prototype network. The successful candidate should be strongly motivated by the desire to design and build real-world quantum network software systems in a large collaboration, and enjoys experimenting with different approaches to optimize engineering goals. The successful candidate has a background in computer science, computer engineering or related fields, with a demonstrated interest in applied systems research.

REQUIREMENTS

• You have a master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics or comparable discipline at the time of taking on the position. See further information for the specific positions above.
• You enjoy working in a team and bring excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
  Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English-taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate School’s Admission Requirements.

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