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Prospective Postdoctoral Research Associates

We welcome exceptional early-career researchers who share our interest in quantum algorithms and complexity to join us in contributing to the development of new mathematical and theoretical frameworks in quantum computing. There is excellent scope for postdoctoral fellows work both collaboratively and independently within our research programme. We also strongly encourage postdocs working with us to pursue parallel tracks of independent, high-impact research supported by leading international fellowship schemes (see Research Fellowships for more details).

Royal Society–Funded Postdoctoral Position: We are inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Rsearch Associate supported by the Royal Society through my University Research Fellowship. The position can be for up to 2.5 years, based on mutual agreement. The position will focus on quantum complexity and metacomplexity, exploring the mathematical foundations of quantum algorithms beyond their worst-case performance. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in theoretical computer science or closely related mathematical areas, including theoretical physics. Early-career researchers with expertise in computational complexity or related areas are encouraged to contact me by email.

As we receive a high volume of inquiries, we are unable to respond to every message (and may take at least a week to reply). However, you are welcome to contact us with "[Prospective postdoc]" in the subject line. Please include: (1) Your CV; and (2) a 1–2 paragraph cover letter describing relevant past research, your future interests, and why you would like to join our group.

Postdoctoral Research Fellowships & Early-Career Funding

We work closely with postdoctoral fellows to pursue ambitious research directions in quantum computing that bridge mathematics, computer science, and physics, and we encourage exceptional early-career researchers to explore the following competitive national and international fellowship schemes. We are happy to support applications to these and other individual fellowships. Please reach out to discuss potential opportunities if you find your work and interests to be aligned with ours. These schemes support independent research and career development; applicants should review eligibility and deadlines well in advance.

  • College-based Fellowships (Junior Research Fellowships): Many Oxford colleges advertise JRFs and other early-career fellowships. Check individual college vacancies and the University Gazette for listings and application deadlines: University Gazette. The MPLS division webpage is also frequently updated with relevant fellowships.

  • Glasstone Research Fellowships in Science: Internal fellowships administered by the Mathematical, Physical & Life Sciences Division for promising postdoctoral researchers in the sciences. Details.

  • Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships: Competitive fellowships supporting outstanding researchers in the early stages of their careers to pursue significant research projects. Official page.

  • Royal Society — Newton International Fellowships: International fellowships supporting early-career researchers to work in the UK; administered by the Royal Society. Royal Society: Newton International.

  • Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA): European Commission fellowships for postdoctoral researchers enabling international mobility and research training. MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships.

  • Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarships: Postdoctoral awards enabling international research exchange (check country- and programme-specific eligibility and deadlines). Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship.

  • 1851 Research Fellowship: Prestigious research fellowship awarded by the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851, supporting exceptional early-career researchers in science, mathematics, and engineering for up to three years of independent work. 1851 Research Fellowship.

If you are interested in postdoctoral work with us, please consult the scheme pages linked above and, where appropriate, the departmental vacancies page. Exceptional candidates with a strong mathematical or theoretical background are encouraged to contact myself or Prof. Strelchuk with a brief CV and a short research summary outlining how their proposed work aligns with our current research directions.



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