Offer description: The Mathematical Institute of SAS offers a postdoc position for research in quantum information theory. The successful candidate will join a research project under supervision of Anna Jenčová http://www.mat.savba.sk/~jencova/index.html, focused on properties of quantum channels and higher order maps. The research is conducted in collaboration with the Quantum information foundations group at the Research Center for Quantum Information, http://www.quantum.physics.sk/ at the Institute of Physics of SAS.

The framework of higher order maps (HOM) allows a more detailed study of general quantum protocols, such as channel measurements, channel transformations, channels with memory, etc. Possible topics include the study of the mathematical structure of HOM, nonclassical properties of HOM such as indefinite causal order and causal (non)separability, their classification, consequences and possible advantages in information processing.

Position details:

• Duration: one year, with a possibility of extension
• Start: May, 2025, but some flexibility is possible
  
• Benefits: 3000 EUR monthly gross salary, additional project funding for traveling and other research expenses, flexible working hours, home office possible

Position requirements:

• PhD in mathematics or physics
• previous research work in quantum information theory, related topics not required but may be of advantage

Application requirements:

Interested applicants should send the following materials to mathinst@mat.savba.sk

• a CV (including a list of publications), with emphasis on the scientific results of the applicant
• research proposal
• copy of the PhD diploma
• recommendation letter

The deadline for application submission is CET 23:59, March 30, 2025. Only the selected candidates will be contacted for interviews within a week or two after the deadline.

For more information about the position, contact jencaster@gmail.com, jenca@mat.savba.sk