Post-Doctorant F/H Post-doctoral researcher in fault-tolerant quantum computing

Post-Doctorant F/H Post-doctoral researcher in fault-tolerant quantum computing Download job offer in PDF format The offer description be low is in French Contract type : Fixed-term contract Level of qualifications required : PhD or equivalent Fonction : Post-Doctoral Research Visit Context The COSMIQ team at Inria Paris is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research in fault-tolerant quantum computing. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with Michael Vasmer, and have the opportunity to interact with other permanent researchers, including Anthony Leverrier and Jean-Pierre Tillich. You will also engage with the vibrant Paris quantum information ecosystem, which boasts a high concentration of talented researchers in academia and industry. COSMIQ has ongoing projects with leading companies including Alice&Bob, Pasqal, Quandela, and Riverlane. Inria offers a range of benefits to support your work and well-being: • Generous annual leave (45 days) • Subsidised transport (75% discount on annual travelcard) • Subsidised meals on workdays • Subsidised health insurance • Free French lessons You will receive: • A laptop and access to high-performance computing resources • A generous travel allowance to support conference attendance and collaborations This is a fixed-term position for 2 years, with a state date of January 1 2027. Assignment Fault-tolerant quantum computation is key in the quest to build a large-scale quantum computer. Recent advances in high-rate codes like low-density parity-check codes have begun to reduce the resource requirements for fault-tolerant systems, but there is still much to do. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will conduct research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing, with opportunities to explore topics such as: • Construction and analysis of quantum error-correcting codes • Design and benchmarking of fault-tolerant logical gates • Development and implementation of decoding algorithms • Investigation and optimisation of logical compilation protocols • Fault-tolerant architecture design Your work will strengthen COSMIQ’s reputation for high-quality research in quantum error correction and fault tolerance, shaping the future of quantum technology. Main activities Responsibilities • Conduct independent and collaborative research in fault-tolerant quantum computation • Publish in leading journals and present at international conferences • Actively participate in team activities and collaborations Opportunities for career development • Deliver guest lectures for master’s programmes at partner universities • Co-supervise master's and PhD students • Organise conferences and workshops • Assist with grant applications Skills Essential • PhD in quantum information science or a related field • Research experience in quantum error correction • Publications in peer-reviewed journals or conferences • Presentations at international conferences • Excellent communication and collaboration skills • Fluent in English (written and spoken) Desirable • Experience with international research collaborations • Understanding of homological algebra • Programming experience Benefits package • Restauration subventionnée • Transports publics remboursés partiellement • Congés: 7 semaines de congés annuels + 10 jours de RTT (base temps plein) + possibilité d'autorisations d'absence exceptionnelle (ex : enfants malades, déménagement) • Possibilité de télétravail (après 6 mois d'ancienneté) et aménagement du temps de travail • Équipements professionnels à disposition (visioconférence, prêts de matériels informatiques, etc.) • Prestations sociales, culturelles et sportives (Association de gestion des œuvres sociales d'Inria) • Mutuelle Apply for this position Share • Facebook • Linkedin • Twitter • Email General Information • Theme/Domain : Algorithmics, Computer Algebra and Cryptology • Town/city : Paris • Inria Center : Centre Inria de Paris • Starting date : 2027-01-01 • Duration of contract : 2 years • Deadline to apply : 2026-12-18 Warning : you must enter your e-mail address in order to save your application to Inria. Applications must be submitted online on the Inria website. Processing of applications sent from other channels is not guaranteed. Instruction to apply Defence Security : This position is likely to be situated in a restricted area (ZRR), as defined in Decree No. 2011-1425 relating to the protection of national scientific and technical potential (PPST).Authorisation to enter an area is granted by the director of the unit, following a favourable Ministerial decision, as defined in the decree of 3 July 2012 relating to the PPST. An unfavourable Ministerial decision in respect of a position situated in a ZRR would result in the cancellation of the appointment. Recruitment Policy : As part of its diversity policy, all Inria positions are accessible to people with disabilities. Contacts • Inria Team : COSMIQ • Recruiter : Vasmer Michael John George / michael.vasmer@inria.fr The keys to success We value creativity, collaboration, and a passion for quantum research. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! About Inria Inria, the French national institute for research in digital science and technology, supports the French government in national research and innovation strategies in the digital field, acting as Digital Programs Agency. Inria leads over 300 research and innovation projects with its 3,500 scientists, engineers, and support staff, in partnership with universities and the digital ecosystem (businesses, entrepreneurs, and public stakeholders). Together, we explore strategic fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, cloud technologies, digital transformation in healthcare, digital twins, and digital technologies for defence. We develop practical solutions such as software, tech startups, partnerships with national companies, and cutting-edge training programmes. Our goal is to drive scientific, technological, and industrial excellence to ensure France’s digital sovereignty.