Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT).

The National Quantum Laboratory (QLab) at the University of Maryland (UMD) in College Park invites applications for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct cutting-edge research at the interface of quantum computation and condensed matter theory. Research topics include practical quantum simulation and computation, phase transitions and nonequilibrium dynamics in strongly-correlated and open quantum many-body systems, as well as advanced numerical simulation techniques with a focus on tensor network state methods.

The research will be supervised by Professors Thomas Barthel and Norbert Linke. QLab is a user facility supporting the global community of quantum researchers, educators, and entrepreneurs with access to state-of-the-art quantum computing resources and expertise. There will be plenty of opportunities to leverage these resources and to interact and collaborate with QLab fellows, users, students, and interns as well as the wider UMD quantum community including the Joint Quantum Institutes (JQI) and Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS).

**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**

Physical Demands:
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading

Preferences:
N/A

Licenses/ Certifications:
Before onboarding, the candidate should hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely-related field.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:

- Cover letter (max. 1 page)

- Comprehensive CV including a full list of publications
- A research statement that describes past research experience and important results, technical competencies, and preferences or ideas for future research (roughly 2-4 pages)

- Relevant academic certificates and proof of degree

- Minimum of two letters of recommendation to be send to qlab-outreach@umd.edu by the letter writers with subject line '[QLab postdoc JR103226] reference letter <applicant name>

Best Consideration Date:

3/6/2026

Posting Close Date:

Open until the position is filled

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate should hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely-related field.

Financial Disclosure Required

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Department

DIT-QLAB-Quantum Laboratory

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$76,000 - $82,000

Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum Many-Body Theory and Quantum Computation