{"job":{"jobId":2423563,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":588,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Algorithms for Fluid Simulations","description":"\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Department of Physics</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Grade 7:</strong> - £34,304 - £36,382\nFixed Term - Full Time\n<strong>Contract Duration: </strong>24 month\n<strong>Contracted Hours per Week:</strong> 35\n<strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11-Mar-2022, 7:59:00 AM</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>The Department</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The Department of Physics at Durham University is one of the leading UK Physics departments with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching, research and employability of our students.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The Department is committed to advancing equality and we aim to ensure that our culture is inclusive, and that our systems support flexible and family-friendly working, as recognized by our Juno Champion and Athena SWAN Silver awards. We recognise and value the benefits of diversity throughout our staff and students.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>The Role</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position to develop quantum algorithms for fluid simulations, to work as part of the EPSRC funded ExCALIBUR project on Quantum Enhanced and Verified Exascale Computing (QEVEC). The QEVEC project addresses the potential of quantum computing as a disruptor in exascale computing. Even at an early stage of development, if quantum computing can be deployed as a co-processor to tackle bottlenecks in existing and future exascale codes, it has the potential to provide a huge boost to the overall computational power.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">There will be four PDRAS in the QEVEC team, each with different expertise, working to-gether to develop quantum computing for the main ExCALIBUR use cases (fluids simulations and materials simulations), and methods to validate the hybrid quantum-classical algorithms. This post specifically considers the important application area of quantum algorithms in com-putational fluid dynamics. The candidate will evaluate new and existing quantum algorithms for their suitability as quantum subroutines for exascale codes, including for lattice Boltz-mann, smooth particle hydrodynamics, and other computational fluid dynamics (CFD) meth-ods. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">We are seeking an enthusiastic computational researcher in fluid dynamics who is interested in developing quantum computing skills, or a quantum computing researcher who is keen to investigate potential applications in fluid dynamics simulations. You need to be a good team worker and communicator to work closely with computational scientists across discipline boundaries.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The post is based in Durham, but the candidate is expected to collaborate closely with other members of the QEVEC team based in Strathclyde, UCL, Warwick and London Southbank. Where appropriate, the candidate will also engage with other ExCALIBUR projects, Collaborative Computational Projects (CCPs) and High End Consortiums (HECs), the National Quantum Computing Centre and the Quantum Computing and Simulation Hub. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The post is for 24 months, to commence in June 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter. We also welcome part time applications to this role.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Informal enquiries are welcome and should please be directed to Prof Halim Kusumaatmaja (<a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:halim.kusumaatmaja@durham.ac.uk\" rel=\"no-follow\">halim.kusumaatmaja@durham.ac.uk</a>) and/or Dr Alastair Basden (<a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:a.g.basden@durham.ac.uk\" rel=\"no-follow\">a.g.basden@durham.ac.uk</a>). Further details on the QEVEC project can be found in the EXCALIBUR website (<a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://excalibur.ac.uk/projects/qevec/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://excalibur.ac.uk/projects/qevec/</a>).</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications.</li>\n<li>To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences.</li>\n<li>To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigators or Grant-holders.</li>\n<li>To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals.</li>\n<li>To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigators or Grant-holders.</li>\n<li>To work with the Principal Investigators or Grant-holders and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio.</li>\n<li>To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigators or Grant-holders and offering creative or innovative solutions.</li>\n<li>To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration.</li>\n<li>To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects.</li>\n<li>To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate.</li>\n<li>To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students.</li>\n<li>To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.</li>\n<li>To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline.</li>\n<li>To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses. </li>\n<li>To communicate and collaborate with the academic and industrial collaborators.</li>\n<li>To implement quantum algorithms for applications in fluid dynamics simulations, including for lattice Boltzmann and smooth particle hydrodynamics methods.</li>\n<li>To consider possible approaches in co-employing hybrid quantum and classical algorithms for fluid simulations.</li>\n<li>To evaluate the suitability of quantum algorithms for existing and future exascale computational fluid dynamics codes.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">These posts are fixed term for 24 months.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The post-holder is employed to work on research/a research project which will be led by another colleague. Whilst this means that the post-holder will not be carrying out independent research in his/her own right, the expectation is that they will contribute to the advancement of the project, through the development of their own research ideas/adaptation and development of research protocols.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Successful applicants will ideally be in post by 1st June 2022. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><u><strong>The Requirements</strong></u></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Essential</strong>:</p>\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>.Qualifications\n\t<ul>\n<li>A good first degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry or a related subject.</li>\n<li>A PhD (or be close to submission) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry or a related subject.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Experience\n\t<ul>\n<li>Experience in conducting high quality academic research.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to write material of a quality commensurate with publication in highly-ranked journals.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to present research papers at international conferences and communicate complex information to specialists and within the wider academic community.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to collaborate with other academic and/or industrial collaborators.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in writing and/or using scientific computer codes.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in developing and/or implementing complex algorithms.</li>\n<li>Expertise in quantum computing and/or computational fluid dynamics.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Skills\n\t<ul>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, including participating in research meetings.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently on own initiative and to strict deadlines.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li>\n<li>Willingness to complement existing skill set with the other skills required for the successful completion of the project.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ol>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Desirable:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Experience\n\t<ul>\n<li>Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with stage of career.</li>\n<li>A track record of presenting research at conferences, symposia, or meetings, commensurate with stage of career.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to develop research proposals and designs in collaboration with other academics.</li>\n<li>Experience of overseeing students with respect to the development of their practical/research skills e.g. acting as a demonstrator; supervising student projects/practicals.</li>\n<li>Experience in lattice Boltzmann and/or smooth particle hydrodynamics method.</li>\n<li>Experience in writing software suitable for Exascale applications.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Skills\n\t<ul>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to plan and manage independent research.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to work in interdisciplinary projects.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ol>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">For informal enquiries please contact Prof Halim Kusumaatmaja at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:halim.kusumaatmaja@durham.ac.uk\" rel=\"no-follow\">halim.kusumaatmaja@durham.ac.uk</a> and/or Dr Alaistair Basden at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:a.g.basden@durham.ac.uk\" rel=\"no-follow\">a.g.basden@durham.ac.uk</a>. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">We prefer to receive applications online via the Durham University Vacancies Site. <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.dur.ac.uk/jobs/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.dur.ac.uk/jobs/</a>. As part of the application process, you should provide details of 3 (preferably academic/research) referees and the details of your current line manager so that we may seek an employment reference.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in the University.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><u><strong>What to Submit</strong></u></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>All applicants are asked to submit:</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">A CV and covering letter which details your experience, strengths and potential in the requirements set out above;, and clearly describes where you meet the essential and desirable criteria (for example, as a bullet</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>DBS Requirement:</strong> Not Applicable.</p>\n\n\n","pdfUrl1":null,"location":"Durham, United Kingdom","location1":"유럽","location2":null,"location3":null,"type":"2","applyUrl":"https://durham.taleo.net/careersection/du_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=22000073&tz=GMT%2B08%3A00&tzname=Asia%2FManila","fileUrl1":null,"fileUrl2":null,"fileUrl3":null,"fileUrl4":null,"fileUrl5":null,"fileUrl6":null,"fileUrl7":null,"workingHour":"Full Time","contractType":"Fixed Term","salary":"£34,304 - £36,382","original_id":"UNI|281136","original_domain":"timeshighereducation.com","original_url":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/281136","original_isPremium":null,"closeType":1,"closedAt":"2022-03-11T00:00:00.000Z","requireEducation":10,"managerTel":null,"managerFax":null,"managerEmail":"a.g.basden@durham.ac.uk","managerName":"DURHAM UNIVERSITY","managerPhone":null,"managerAddress":"Durham, United Kingdom","log_hit":6,"log_like":0,"publishState":1,"organizationName":null,"organizationName_en":null,"organizationName_alt":null,"del_yn":"N","createdAt":"2022-02-11T19:03:33.000Z","updatedAt":"2022-02-11T19:03:33.000Z"},"organization":{"organizationId":588,"lv1Id":null,"lv2Id":null,"name":"Durham University","name_en":"Durham University","name_alt":null,"introduction":"<p>Durham’s University College was founded in 1832 before it was granted a Royal Charter in 1837 by King William IV, making it Durham University.</p><p>It is a Russell Group institution with a staff count of over 3,000, more than 30 per cent of whom are of non-UK origin. 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