The Harvard Quantum Initiative in Science and Engineering (HQI) seeks postdoctoral fellows for the academic year 2025-2026. The HQI is an interdisciplinary initiative that pairs basic science with quantum engineering, taking place across the departments of Physics, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Mathematics and the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Active research areas include quantum information and computer science; quantum many-body physics; quantum precision measurements and fundamental physics; quantum metrology, sensing, and control; and quantum chemistry and materials science.
We invite applications for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Quantum Science and Engineering. Fellowships are awarded for a duration of two years to outstanding young scientists and engineers, with the possibility of a third year via support from their research supervisor. Applicants should have a strong background for pursuit of research in their area of interest. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a rich cross-disciplinary environment within the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Applications focused on collaborative and cross-disciplinary research are especially encouraged. For current Harvard graduate students, consideration will be given to candidates who wish to join a lab different from where they did their PhD research.
Basic Qualifications:
Ph.D. in quantum science and engineering field, including but not limited to Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering and related fields.
Contact Information:
Claire Gallagher Goel Building 133 60 Oxford Street, Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email: HQIDirectors@harvard.edu
Special Instructions:
To apply, please submit:
Curriculum Vitae
List of Publications
Research Statement describing research interests and goals. Research Statement should not exceed 500 words
The committee will begin reviewing applications for the position on November 1, 2024, with interviews taking place on December 5-6, 2024. While the posting will remain live until all positions are filled, candidates are advised to have all materials, including letters of recommendation, submitted by October 31, 2024, to receive full consideration for the fellowship.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.
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