At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Computer Science, one PhD stipend in quantum error correction codes and noise modelling is available within the general study programme Computer Science. The stipend is open for appointment from September 1, 2025, or soon as possible thereafter.
In Computer Science, Aalborg University is known worldwide for its high academic quality and societal impact. The Department of Computer Science employs more than 170 people, of which about 53 are PhD students, and about 47 % of all employees are internationals. In total, it has more than 1200 students in its BSc and MSc programs, which are based on AAU's problem-based learning model. The department leverages its unique research infrastructure and lab facilities to conduct world-leading fundamental and applied research within verification and model checking, embedded and cyber-physical systems, data-intensive systems, AI, planning, networks, programming theory, and security. Applications span areas such as energy, transport, health and water. The department plays an active role in transferring inventions and results into applications in close collaboration with industrial partners worldwide. You can read more about the department at www.cs.aau.dk
Aalborg university has an active quantum research environment. Noteable initiatives include the AAU Quantum Hub, led by Torben Larsen. As well as the recently established Center of Quantum Excellence (CLASSIQUE), led by Petar Popovski, of which Torben Larsen is also a participant. Further, Torben Larsen led and secured the EuroHPC Quantum Excellence Center (QUEX). Although this PhD project is not directly affiliated with either initiatives, it takes place within a broader field characterized by collaboration and ongoing research activity.
The PhD project will be based at the Department of Computer Science, within the Distributed, Embedded, and Intelligent Systems (DEIS) group. DEIS has in recent years begun to place a growing emphasis on quantum computing, gradually expanding its activities and focus in this area.
The objective of the PhD study is to explore and address the following (but not limited to) research challenges for quantum error correction and quantum noise modelling:
- - Analyzing qubit errors.
- - Automated design and optimization of quantum error correction codes.
- - Specialized optimization of quantum error correction codes, for specific quantum platform technologies.
- - Modelling of quantum noise.
- - Design of quantum noise models that replicate real world scenarios.
- - Generalized optimization of quantum error correction codes, by optimization for noise models.
- - Comparison of optimization strategies.
- - Process calculi and rewriting systems.
- - Formal verification of quantum error correction codes and quantum noise models, by use of proof assistants, model checking, etc.
- - Implementation of software toolset and code libraries.
Prospective applicants for this PhD proposal should have the following qualifications
- - Sc. degree in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, communications engineering or similar
- - Solid computer science and analytical skills.
- - Familiarity with the basic concepts of quantum computing.
- - Experience in programming, e.g., in C++, Python or Matlab. As well as experience with running programs on quantum simulators and quantum computers.
- - Familiarity with the basic concepts of error correction codes.
- - Knowledge of fundamental proof assistant and model checking concepts.
- - Familiarity with process calculi/rewriting systems.
Applicants are required to submit, along with their application documents, a one-page statement, indicating their vision for research to be conducted in relation to the project topics outlined above.
Description of position, project, tasks, and requirements
The successful candidate will be hosted by the DEIS Research Group. Our group is internationally recognized for its work on verification and modelling of distributed systems. We are active contributors to AAU quantum hub, the recently established center of excellence (CLASSIQUE). The CLASSIQUE Center and AAU quantum hub provide a world-class research environment, outstanding working and networking opportunities.
You may obtain further information from Prof. Torben Larsen, Department of Computer Science, email: tola@cs.aau.dk, concerning the scientific aspects of the stipend.
The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.
Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.
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Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
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Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aalborg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aalborg Universitet, Selma Lagerløfs Vej, 9220 Aalborg Øst
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 16-07-2025;
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