CALL FOR APPLICATIONS (Call ID: 02/2024) - Department of Physics

University of Malta, Malta

Updated: 4 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Feb 2024

8 Jan 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Malta
Department

Office for Human Resources Management & Development
Research Field

Computer science
Physics
Mathematics
Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)
Country

Malta
Application Deadline

15 Feb 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Malta)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

HE
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS (Call ID: 02/2024)

Post/s of Full-Time Research Support Officer II or III or IV or Senior Research Support Officer I

Project ASPECTS – “QUANTUM THERMODYNAMICS OF PRECISION IN ELECTRONIC DEVICES”

Funded by Horizon Europe – HORIZON-WIDERA-2022-ACCESS-07 - Grant Agreement Number 101080167

And any other projects undertaken by the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science

 

Applications are invited for a Research Support Officer (RSO) or Senior Research Support Officer (SRSO) to carry out duties in relation to the ASPECTS project, which is funded by Horizon Europe, and in which the University of Malta is a partner. The RSO or SRSO may also be required to work on other projects undertaken by the Department of Physics, within the Faculty of Science.

 

Applicants should be in possession of a MSc. or a Ph.D. in Physics and/or Mathematics and/or Computer Science.  For the level of RSO IV, candidates should also have a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent research experience after the PhD is awarded, whilst for the level of SRSO I, candidates should have a minimum of 6 years full-time equivalent research experience after the PhD is awarded.

 

Applicants should have documented expertise and skills related to the topic of the projects: quantum thermodynamics, quantum non-Markovianity, quantum metrology, thermodynamics uncertainty relations, theoretical knowledge of quantum dot, superconducting qubits and carbon nanotubes.

 

The University of Malta is an Equal Opportunity employer. 

 

The selected candidate must be living in Malta for the period of employment.

 

The post is for a period of up to 24 months.

 

The remuneration per annum (inclusive of any cost-of-living adjustment) shall be €28,829 (RSO II), or €35,111 (RSO III); or €45,511 (RSO IV); or €52,791 (SRSO I).

 

Candidates must upload their covering letter, curriculum vitae, and certificates (certificates should be submitted in English) and contact details of at least two referees through this form https://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/workatum-projects by not later than Thursday, 15th February 2024. 

 

Late applications will not be considered.

 

Further information may be obtained from http://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/recruitment and should you have any queries, please send us an email on [email protected] .

 

 

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Further Information

 

Quantum technologies exploit the counterintuitive physics of the microscopic world to gain an advantage over purely classical systems. In order to achieve commercial usefulness, major research efforts are now devoted to scaling up current noisy intermediate-scale quantum devices. The fundamental challenge to be overcome is noise, whose presence is necessitated by basic quantum and thermodynamic principles as well as limitations on the precision with which such devices can be measured and controlled. To overcome this challenge, we need to understand the fundamental thermodynamic limitations on precision in quantum devices. Remarkably, it has recently been predicted that coherent quantum processes exhibit a new kind of quantum advantage with respect to classical processes: the laws of quantum thermodynamics allow higher measurement precision for less energy and entropy cost. The ambitious goal of ASPECTS is to demonstrate, explore, and exploit this novel effect on two of the most promising quantum technology platforms: namely, superconducting qubits and nanoelectromechanical devices. Specifically, we will design and build quantum circuit devices to experimentally assess the energy cost of timekeeping and qubit readout. With support from advanced theory and numerical simulations, we will demonstrate quantum-thermodynamic precision advantage in our measurements. This ground-breaking advance will usher in a new paradigm for quantum metrology in which quantum-thermodynamic effects boost both efficiency and precision. Further information may be obtained by contacting Dr Tony J. G. Apollaro at [email protected] .  The Research Support Officer may also be required to work on other projects undertaken by the Department of Physics, within the Faculty of Science.

 

The appointee will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

  • Investigate the effect of coherent many-body excitation transport on Quantum Thermodynamics Precision Advantage;
  • Quantify the power fluctuations in autonomous clock devices investigated by ASPECTS experimental groups (superconducting devices and carbon nanotubes), specifically in relation to the use of spin-1/2 chains in connecting thermal baths;
  • Compiling a report on the evaluation results obtained;
  • Assisting in dissemination activities related to the project; and
  • Undertake any other tasks requested by the project coordinator (e.g., participation at conferences, scientific visits at ASPECTS consortium partners, organisation of summer schools).

 

The appointee will be expected to work at such places and during such hours as may be determined by the University authorities.

 

The selection procedure will involve:

  • scrutiny of qualifications and experience claimed and supported by testimonials and/or certificates (copies to be included with the application);
  • shortlisting; and
  • an interview and / or extended interview.

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    The post is for a period of up to 24 months, which will be subject to a probationary period and to the provisions of the Statutes, Regulations and Bye-Laws of the University of Malta which are now or which may hereafter be in force.

     

    Office of the University,

    Msida, 8th January 2024


    Requirements
    Research Field
    Computer science
    Education Level
    Master Degree or equivalent

    Research Field
    Physics
    Education Level
    Bachelor Degree or equivalent

    Research Field
    Mathematics
    Education Level
    Master Degree or equivalent

    Specific Requirements

    Live in Malta


    Additional Information
    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    University of Malta
    Country
    Malta
    Geofield


    Where to apply
    Website

    https://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/workatum-projects

    Contact
    City

    Msida
    Website

    http://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/recruitment
    Street

    University of Malta Msida MSD 2080 MALTA
    E-Mail

    [email protected]

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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