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Project Assistant Professor or Project Research Fellow in Quantum Algorithms and Quantum Computing Osaka University in Japan

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Postdoc

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Computer Science

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Full-time fixed-term employment with an annual income of at least ¥6,000,000. The basic annual salary is ¥6,648,000 for the project assistant professor equivalent position and ¥6,123,000 or more for the project researcher/postdoctoral equivalent position, paid monthly in twelve installments. Salary is determined based on duties, performance, and related factors. Commuting expenses and health, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance are provided; housing, dependent, retirement, a

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Nov 30, 2026

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Osaka University

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Computer Science
Quantum Chemistry
Mathematics
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Quantum Computing
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Quantum Communication
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About this position

Osaka University's Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Life Science (QIQB) invites applications for a full-time Project Assistant Professor or Project Research Fellow to contribute to the project Human Resource Development through Quantum Algorithm Implementation Research, part of the NEDO initiative on next-generation quantum computers for solving social issues.

The research focuses on connecting quantum algorithm development with practical industrial applications. The successful researcher will work on improving established approaches including QSCI for quantum chemical calculations, QCL for quantum machine learning, TE-PAI for condensed-matter quantum simulation, and OTO spectroscopy, while also developing new quantum algorithms.

A major component of the role is implementing and evaluating algorithms on domestically produced quantum computers provided by AIST and on Osaka University's superconducting quantum-computing infrastructure. The researcher will conduct pre-implementation verification with simulators such as ABCI-Q, examine implementation on superconducting and semiconductor quantum-computing platforms, and optimize algorithm performance through collaboration with AIST researchers.

The position also involves use-case-driven collaborative research, research exchanges, project reporting and proposal preparation, and active engagement with students and young researchers participating in QIQB and AIST projects. Depending on the appointment, the role may additionally include coordinating research meetings, reporting sessions, collaborative activities, and practical research guidance.

QIQB provides an interdisciplinary research environment centered on quantum information science, quantum computing, quantum machine learning, and quantum life science, with strong links to the Department of Physics at Osaka University's Graduate School of Science and national quantum-computing research infrastructure.

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term employment with an annual income of at least ¥6,000,000. The basic annual salary is ¥6,648,000 for the project assistant professor equivalent position and ¥6,123,000 or more for the project researcher/postdoctoral equivalent position, paid monthly in twelve installments. Salary is determined based on duties, performance, and related factors. Commuting expenses and health, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance are provided; housing, dependent, retirement, a

What's required

A doctoral degree or equivalent ability or experience is desirable. Applicants must have substantial research achievements in the relevant specialist fields. Research experience or peer-reviewed publications in quantum algorithms, quantum computing, machine learning, quantum software, or related fields is desirable. Applicants must have sufficient English ability to proactively conduct international collaborative research. Japanese ability sufficient for work is desirable, and the ability to work smoothly in both Japanese and English is preferred.

How to apply

Prepare all application materials as PDF files: a CV, research achievements list, up to three key papers with abstracts, two referees' contact details, and a research statement of up to two A4 pages. Email the documents to [email protected], replacing “(at)” with “@” if necessary, using the specified subject line. Applications are accepted until November 30, 2026, or earlier if a candidate is selected.

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