Anne MacKay

The research group of Cunlu Zhou at the Université de Sherbrooke is recruiting for multiple postdoctoral positions at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence . The work spans theoretical foundations, algorithms, and practical tools aimed at understanding and harnessing quantum computing, with connections to quantum hardware and a flexible research agenda that allows successful candidates to develop original ideas within the broader program. The positions are based in the Department of Computer Science and Institut quantique (IQ), and the group is associated with Mila – Quebec AI Institute . The research environment brings together quantum information, quantum engineering, quantum materials, and leading AI expertise, creating a highly interdisciplinary setting for research. Several research directions are available, including quantum algorithms and quantum error correction, quantum algorithms for quantum chemistry and scattering, quantum algorithms for finance, quantum machine learning, AI for quantum computing, hybrid continuous-variable and discrete-variable quantum computing, and quantum learning. The advertised topics include collaboration with external partners such as IBM Quantum, Quandela, Nord Quantique, and major research communities including Mila, IVADO, the Institute of Cosmos Sciences, and Perimeter Institute. Some directions also involve co-supervision or collaboration with researchers at other universities and institutions. The group emphasizes an inclusive and collaborative research culture, with opportunities to contribute across quantum computing, machine learning, and algorithmic design. The post is intended for researchers who want to pursue ambitious problems in a fast-moving area and work within a broad network of quantum and AI collaborators.