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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Theoretical Nuclear Physics and Quantum Computing Iowa State University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Funded for one year with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding availability.
Deadline
Nov 10, 2026
Country
United States
University
Iowa State University
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About this position
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Iowa State University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work at the intersection of theoretical nuclear physics and quantum computing. The project focuses on ab initio Hamiltonian methods and their applications to quantum computing, with research directions spanning light-front quantized field theory and microscopic nuclear structure theory.
The successful candidate will investigate fundamental properties of atomic nuclei and strongly interacting quantum systems using advanced computational and theoretical approaches. The role includes developing innovative methods, carrying out independent and collaborative research, publishing results in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at conferences, and contributing to research proposals and interdisciplinary collaborations.
The position is based in a nationally recognized research environment in nuclear physics within a department that also supports broader programs in astrophysics, condensed matter physics, and high-energy physics. Faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students work together in a collaborative setting that emphasizes advanced computational, experimental, and analytical research.
The appointment is a full-time postdoctoral position in a land-grant university setting with opportunities to engage with high-performance computing and quantum information science.
Funding details
Funded for one year with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding availability.
What's required
Ph.D. in Theoretical Nuclear Physics, Particle Physics, or a closely related field by the position start date. Experience in ab initio nuclear theory or Hamiltonian light-front field theory is required. A demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, is required. Preferred qualifications include experience using high-performance computing (HPC) and experience with quantum computing.
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