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University of Oxford

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Modelling of Quantum Computing Control Systems University of Oxford in United Kingdom

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

This is a full-time, externally funded, fixed-term post for 8 months. The salary is £40,178–£48,700 per annum on Research Grade 7.

Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University of Oxford

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Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Quantum Computing
Digital Twin Technology
Control System
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About this position

The University of Oxford’s Department of Engineering Science is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for an externally funded project on modelling quantum computing control systems within Professor Natalia Ares’ research group in central Oxford.

The project addresses a major challenge in scalable quantum computing: understanding the classical infrastructure required to support large-scale quantum devices, including analog control systems. As quantum computers move toward the million-qubit regime, the researcher will develop machine learning models and comprehensive digital twins of quantum devices to investigate how scaling affects the control and stability of quantum operations.

The researcher will model the physical and control architecture of quantum devices, identify design bottlenecks, and explore optimization strategies. Digital twins and simulators will provide a testbed for evaluating engineering trade-offs and informing future quantum hardware development. The work will involve collaboration with academic teams, industrial partners, and national laboratories as part of the QCI3 initiative, which aims to advance scalable and interconnected quantum computing technologies.

The post offers a research environment combining quantum computing, control systems, machine learning, digital simulation, and engineering development within Natalia Ares’ research group and the wider Department of Engineering Science.

Funding details

This is a full-time, externally funded, fixed-term post for 8 months. The salary is £40,178–£48,700 per annum on Research Grade 7.

What's required

Applicants should possess a PhD or DPhil and be motivated experimentalists with the ability to develop new research projects and raise research funds through grant applications. Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings. Applications must include a covering letter or supporting statement explaining how past experience fits the position, a CV, and details of two referees.

How to apply

Apply online through the University of Oxford vacancy page before 12:00 midday on 16 November 2026. Upload a covering letter or supporting statement, CV, and details of two referees.

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