Research Fellow

Salary

£41,064 - £44,746 per annum

Contractual hours

Basis

Full-Time

Job category/type

Fixed Term - Full-Time

Job reference

REC00005225

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The Role

Research Fellow in the field of quantum computing for the development of quantum simulation algorithms. The job post will be held in the research group of Dr Jaewoo Joo at the School of Computing, Mathematics and Physics (SCMAP) in the University of Portsmouth, UK. This role will play a key role in a part of international research collaborations with Quantum Computing Team at the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) in Korea.

The main project will involve the development of variational quantum algorithms in the first-quantised Hamiltonian models for open quantum systems. The candidate should have a strong track record in quantum computation and simulation field with experience of programming skills (i.e., Qiskit, Qutip, and Mathematica). Applicants are expected to have a PhD and few-year postdoctoral experience in a relevant area. The knowledge of developing variational quantum algorithms experimentally would be beneficial for conducting the project (e.g., quantum simulation computing using IBM-Q computers). The knowledge of quantum error-mitigation and computational skills for variational optimisation codes is also desired.

This role is primarily campus-based and is not normally suitable for remote working. However, hybrid working arrangements may be considered in exceptional circumstances and can be discussed during the recruitment process.

Interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 2 September 2026.

This appointment is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027.

For internal candidates it may be possible to apply for this role under the Secondment Policy . If you wish to apply as a secondee, you must have approval of your line manager in advance of submitting your application form. Please confirm in your application that your line manager has approved this.

A/An (level of check) Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this post.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Dr Jaewoo Joo at Sign in to view email

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
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Salary Information

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement

We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.