Postdoc Quantum Computing (m/f/d)

JOIN THE TEAM

We as Global Digital Services enable BASF’s digitalization. In agile teams, we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF and its customers, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes. We provide IT that works and offer know-how and access to latest technologies in the areas of cloud computing, blockchain or big data.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will contribute to collaborations with industrial and academic partners in the field of quantum computing and draft scientific manuscripts in collaboration with colleagues.
• Moreover you will (co-)develop and apply quantum computing methods, algorithms and workflows to solve relevant use cases from the area of quantum chemistry.
• You will undertake the preparation and pre-processing of use cases and post-processing of quantum computing results using state-of-the-art classical computing approaches and new quantum technologies (e.g., fault-tolerant approaches and NISQ).
• Furthermore you will also provide software solutions for relevant use cases for BASF's broader chemistry, quantum chemistry and next generation computing community.
• We value your suggestions for new ideas to explore further use cases in the broader context of quantum computing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• studies in Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline with an outstanding PhD
• deep knowledge in quantum computing and quantum chemistry
• motivated to work in an interdisciplinary, cross-functional environment as well as willingness to constantly learn in a quickly evolving and challenging field
• experience in quantum computing in particular in related software libraries and toolkits such as Qiskit, Cirq, OpenFermion, Pennylane as well as software libraries related to annealing
• business fluent English as well as further language (e.g. German) skills are an advantage

BENEFITS

• Practical phase - actively apply theory in challenging and varied tasks/projects 
• Teambuddy - contact person for all questions and regular feedback
• Networks - get to know different perspectives, ways of thinking and fields of work
• Internship compensation - a recognition of the commitment, more information here: http://on.basf.com/compensationBASFSE
• Flexible working hours - depending on the location and area of work

ABOUT US

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Oliver Spigaht, oliver.spigaht@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-56305

First information about our application process can be found here: http://on.basf.com/applicationprocess.

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at http://on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU

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