Postdoc Position (f/m/x) - IQOQI-Vienna

The Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information Vienna (IQOQI-Vienna) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria`s leading non- university research and science institution, is offering a

POSTDOC POSITION (F/M/X)

(full-time, 40h per week)

in the Quantum Information and Foundations of Physics research group led by Dr. Markus Müller.

The Müller group´s research focuses on foundational problems in theoretical physics from an informationtheoretic perspective, with quantum information theory as its main tool. The group addresses a variety of questions with the rigorous methods of mathematical physics. For more information on the research activities of the group, see Müller Group.

Now the IQOQI-Vienna is offering Postdoc position to a highly motivated and well-qualified researcher to start on or after February 01 st , 2025. The position is limited to 1 year, with the possibility of an extension. The postdoc will work with the Müller group on the topics of a Quantum Austria project on “Local Operations on Quantum Fields”, relating the fields of Quantum Reference Frames, Mathematical Physics, Quantum Information Theory, and High-Energy Physics.

• Completed studies (PhD) in Physics or a related discipline
• Strong background in quantum theory and mathematical physics – in particular, the ability to work independently and familiarity with formulating and proving mathematical theorems are essential.
• Ideally, a strong background in quantum reference frames and quantum information theory
• Experience in relevant and excellent publication activity
• Ability to work well in a team
• Excellent English language and communication skills

• PhD certificate
• A detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• A short Research Statement
• The electronic (email) contact details of at least two potential referees

to applications-iqoqi@oeaw.ac.at (mentioning Job ID: IQOQIVIE167PD124) no later than November 15th, 2024.

We offer an annual gross salary of € 66.501,40 according on the salary scheme of the Austrian Science of Academy.

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal
opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply