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The Center for Advanced Systems Understanding (CASUS) is a German-Polish research center for data-intensive digital systems research.
The Department of Department AI4Quantum – Machine Learning for Quantum Simulation and Computing is looking for a Postdoc (f / m / d) in Quantum Algorithms for Fluid and Environmental Flow Modelling.
Your tasks
- Independent development and analysis of mathematical and numerical methods for partial differential equations
- Design and implementation of advanced algorithms, including variational and optimization-based approaches
- Investigation and adaptation of mathematical methods in hybrid classical–quantum computing contexts
- Documentation, dissemination of results, and contribution to scientific publications and project coordination
Your profile
Completed university studies (PhD) in the field of Physics, Computer Science, (Applied) Mathematics, Computational Modeling and Simulation or related fieldExperiences with advanced numerical analysis and mathematical modeling of partial differential equationsKnowledge of quantum algorithms or willingness to extend mathematical methods to quantum computing contextsMathematical foundations of variational methods and optimizationAlgorithm development for large-scale scientific computingExperience with scientific software development and performance-oriented computingAbility to conduct independent scientific research and take methodological responsibilityStrong analytical and conceptual thinking skillsExperience in interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific discussionClear and precise communication of complex scientific conceptsWillingness to contribute to coordination, mentoring, and collaborative project activitiesProgramming proficiency in Python and optionally in one compiled languageExperience with scientific computing libraries and numerical software frameworksAbility to work with version control systems and collaborative software development toolsExcellent command of English (written and spoken)Our offer
A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environmentScientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunitiesSalary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hoursNumerous company health management offeringsEmployee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate BenefitsAn employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas / transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.
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