OPENINGS
Our research is driven by curiosity. The physical world is our playground to explore- and
we are particularly intrigued by humans ability to interpret it using
the language of mathematics.
Nanoscale non-equilibrium systems are especially fascinating to us:
In principle, their dynamics should be described by quantum mechanical laws - yet they are typically too complex for a complete quantum treatment.
They suffer from strong thermal and quantum fluctuations. They do not necessarily satisfy
central thermodynamic assumptions. As we think about the complex function of nanoscale objects,
be it organic or biological molecules in condensed phases, or hybrid quantum systems, we find ourselves at the crossing (or the conflict zone) of quantum dynamics, statistical mechanics and thermodynamics.
Join us if you take pleasure in a discovery research at the interface of physics, chemisty, math and computing.
Postdoctoral position in Quantum Energy Studies and Quantum Simulations/ University of Toronto - 2025
Open postdoctoral position in the research group of Professor Dvira Segal at the University of Toronto. The position, funded by the NSERC Quantum Software Consortium, will focus on one or more of the following areas:
(i) Energy in quantum information: Assessing physical resource costs in quantum hardware and algorithms; exploring fundamental thermodynamical costs associated with information processing
(ii) Quantum algorithms: Developing algorithms for open quantum systems to be implemented on analog/digital quantum devices.
(iii) Quantum simulations of many-body systems: Developing and conducting simulations on quantum computing devices.
The position can be affiliated with either the Department of Chemistry or the Department of Physics at the University of Toronto.
Experience:
(i) Candidates with a strong background in quantum energy studies, quantum simulations and quantum algorithms are invited to apply. Priority will be given to candidates with background in quantum energy studies, quantum simulations and quantum algorithms.
(ii) A PhD in quantum physics or theoretical chemistry obtained within the last five years is required.
Publications from the group can be found at:
https://sites.chem.utoronto.ca/chemistry/dsegal/Publications.html
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV, a one-page research proposal outlining their interests and plans, and the names of two potential referees. Applications should be sent to dvira.segal@utoronto.ca with the subject line "Postdoctoral Position in Quantum Energy Studies/Quantum Simulations"
We encourage applications from all backgrounds
We strive to excel and contribute creative and rigorous work to science. We encourage service to the research community and value outreach initiatives.
Please email:
dvira.segal AT utoronto.ca
Undergrads in Chemistry or Physics:
Summer research projects are available for second or third year
domestic students through NSERC USRA, or similar programs.
Undergraduates summer 2023
project description
Students are encoraged to contact me directly. No prior programming experinece is required, motivation is the key!
Other opportunities:
1. International students can be funded by
CQIQC scholarship .
2. Excellent (domestic and international) U of T students may be funded by the UTEA - Please contact me directly.
I am also accepting students for the
CHM499Y & PHY479Y research projects.
Graduate Students (Chemistry and Physics):
Positions are available to prospective graduate students from the Chemistry and Physics Departments.
Interested students please contact me directly.
A formal application to Graduate Admissions will also have to be made to either Phys/Chem Graduate Program:
Physics Admission
Chemistry Admission