Seeking a few Research Scientists and Postdoctoral Researchers (25-1940)（Optical Quantum Control Research Team）

About this position

[Background of the recruitment and description of the project]

• Background of the recruitment and description of the project

[Outline of Laboratory]

The missions of RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing (RQC) are to deepen our understanding of quantum mechanics and quantum information, develop techniques for quantum control and measurement, build quantum computing hardware and software, and explore novel applications. We promote basic research on quantum information science and contribute to society through quantum technology.

Our team focuses on the development and application of an optical quantum computer. An optical system is a leading candidate for a quantum computer due to its high scalability and potential high-speed operation. To unleash the full potential of optical quantum computers, we also conduct research into quantum control and estimation technologies, including high-precision measurement and estimation, quantum control technologies based on these estimations, and related optical quantum technologies.

Through the development of these technologies, we aim for the practical implementation of large-scale optical quantum computers and exploration of new applications.

Keywords: Quantum computer, optical quantum computer, photonic quantum computer, quantum information, quantum optics, quantum control, quantum estimation

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RIKEN is Japan's largest and most comprehensive research organization for basic and applied science.

[Work content and job description]

Candidates will be expected to engage in one or more of the following research activities:

1.Development of Optical Quantum Computer Hardware: Involvement in the development of the measurement-induced, continuous-variable optical quantum computer currently being developed by our team, focusing on performance enhancement. This includes increasing the number of inputs, accelerating operation speed, realizing non-Gaussian operations, and overall system development.

2.Exploration of Optical Quantum Computer Applications: Collaborate with external researchers to explore applications of the optical quantum computer developed by our team. This includes research and implementation of new algorithms for optimization problems, neural networks, and other related areas.

3.Research on Optical Quantum Estimation and Control Technologies: Experimental research on quantum control and estimation technologies, such as high-precision estimation of optical quantum states and parameters, and quantum control techniques like coherent feedback and measurement feedback.

The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

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Existing departments

[Work location]

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351-0198 Saitama , 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, RIKEN Wako Campus

RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary.

[Number of hired]

Number of hired:1 person(s)

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Research Scientists or Postdoctoral Researchers, a few positions

In general, Postdoctoral Researchers are defined as those with a doctoral degree of 5 years or less, while Research Scientists are defined as those with a doctoral degree more than 5 years.

Job content supplemental explanation:Start of Employment

As early as possible