Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Quantum Information Science (QEC & Photonic Quantum Computing, KAIST, South Korea)

Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Quantum Information Science (QEC & Photonic Quantum Computing, KAIST, South Korea) Application deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026Employer web page: https://sites.google.com/view/changhun/homeJob type: PostDocThe Quantum Information Theory Group (led by Prof. Changhun Oh) at the Department of Physics, KAIST, South Korea, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position. We are seeking a motivated researcher to work on theoretical and architecture-level problems in quantum computing. The primary research areas include: - Quantum Error Correction (QEC): Novel QEC codes, fault-tolerant protocols, and decoding algorithms. - Photonic QEC & Photonic Quantum Computing: Fault-tolerant architectures utilizing continuous-variable (CV) / discrete-variable (DV) photonic systems, cluster states, and bosonic codes. - Advanced Quantum Circuits & Benchmarking: Theoretical analysis and benchmarking of quantum systems and bosonic circuits. Requirements: - A Ph.D. in Physics, Theoretical Physics, or a closely related field. - A strong research background in theoretical quantum information, with relevant peer-reviewed publications. - Experience in QEC, optical/photonic quantum computing, or bosonic systems is highly preferred. Employment Term & Benefits: - The initial contract is for 2 years, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. - Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, including standard institutional benefits. - Support for international conference travel. Application Process: Please submit the following documents as a single PDF to changhun0218@kaist.ac.kr Cover Letter (briefly stating your research interests and fit for the role). CV (including publication list). Research Statement (maximum 2 pages). Contact info for 2–3 references. For more details about our research, please visit (https://sites.google.com/view/changhun/home) or contact Prof. Changhun Oh. Log in or register to post comments