Postdoctoral position automated scientific discovery, computational quantum -body physics

Organisation/Company ETH Zürich Research Field Computer science » Other Mathematics » Applied mathematics Physics » Computational physics Physics » Quantum mechanics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country Switzerland Final date to receive applications 20 Jan 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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Postdoctoral position automated scientific discovery, computational quantum many-body physics, and machine learning

The Quantum AI lab at ETH (Prof. Juan Carrasquilla ) invites applications for postdoctoral positions to work at the intersection of computational quantum many-body physics, automated scientific discovery, and machine learning.

In the wake of quantum mechanics' initial breakthroughs, we're on the brink of a second quantum revolution. Quantum physicists are adopting machine learning to explore complex quantum systems, opening doors to advancements in fields like materials science and quantum chemistry. Similarly, quantum physicists are exploring the use of quantum effects to advance machine learning. Our lab'slong-term goalis to advance these areas and extend the applicability of machine learning ideas to the solution of critical problems in quantum many-body physics with ramifications in condensed matter theory, machine learning, quantum materials, chemistry, as well as quantum technology.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of addressing several fundamental questions including:

How can we best simulate strongly correlated quantum systems and harness the power of both classical and quantum computing resources? Can we automate the scientific process leading to fundamental breakthroughs?

Your work will encompass a diverse array of concept sat the intersection of artificial intelligence, condensed matter physics, and quantum computing.

This position isfull-time, with flexible starting dates in2025 and 2026.

Profile

You should have:

• Strong interest in the development of theoretical or computational methods for quantum many-body systems, quantum computing,ormachine learning.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate and establish positive interactions with a widely diverse group of people from different backgrounds, countries, ethnicities, genders, etc.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration.

Desirable:
Experience with large language models and automation.

We offer

In this role, you will:

• Have the freedomto develop your research ideas and skills.
• Have the opportunity to collaborate internally with other ETH faculty as well as internationally.
• Mentor students and interns.
• Experience a supportive group atmosphere.
• Define, jointly with the rest of the group, a work schedule that best fits your preferences and constraints.
• Have access to state-of-the-art computational facilities.
• Travel to conferences and collaborations.

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We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• CV
• Academic transcripts (optional)
• A statement of past and future research interests
• Names and contact information ofat least two academic referees

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Review of applications will begin immediately and the positions will remain open until filled.

For further information regarding the position and the group please contact Prof. Juan Carrasquillajcarrasquill (no applications).