Post Doctoral Fellow - QNM-I

The Quantum New Mexico Institute (QNM-I) at the University of New Mexico invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellowships in theoretical quantum information science (QIS) as part of the National Science Foundation’s Focused Research Hub in Theoretical Physics (FRHTP). QNM-I is an interdisciplinary QIS research center, with participating faculty from physics & astronomy, chemistry, electrical & computer engineering, computer science. The research at the QNM-I covers a broad range of foundational and applied investigations on topics including quantum computation, control, measurement, communication, and simulation. The QNM-I is an active participant in several multi-institutional centers, launched under the National Quantum Initiative (NQI), including the NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute, “Quantum Systems through Entangled Science and Engineering” (Q-SEnSE), and the DOE “Quantum Systems Accelerator” (QSA). As a QIS theory-hub, QNM-I brings together community through hosting visitors, seminars, hot-topics workshops, and as the scientific home of the well-known Southwest Quantum Information and Technology (SQuInT) network.
FRHTP Postdoctoral Fellows will have the opportunity to pursue independent lines of research, to work with QNM-I faculty members, and to interact with leading researchers at the QNM-I’s partner institutions, including nearby Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, industrial partner Honeywell Quantum Solutions, and collaborators at the Q-SEnSE and QSA NQI Centers. Fellows also participate in QNM-I theory-hub activities, including hot-topics workshops and SQuInT.

A successful applicant must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. in a discipline related to QIS by the time of employment. Candidates should have: (i) a demonstrated record of accomplishment in QIS and potential for research accomplishment at QNM-I; (ii) potential to contribute to center-wide research-training and FRHTP “hub activities”; (iii) potential to work productively with QNM-I faculty and partners; (iv) specific interest in QNM-I research areas; and (v) a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

The initial term of appointment is two years with the possibility of extension to a third year, with a starting salary of $80,958.00 per year plus benefits and a substantial stipend for domestic and international travel and other expenses. Located in the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Center has contributed to research and education in quantum information theory for over 25 years. Albuquerque offers a rich cultural environment in a low cost-of-living city, with beautiful weather, hiking, nearby skiing, and other many other outdoor activities.
Applicants must apply at UNMJobs (https://unmjobs.unm.edu), req 38011; applicants should submit a CV (including list of publications) and a cover letter that clearly addresses points (i)-(v) above in the criteria for successful application. The cover letter should specify the names, affiliations, and e-mail addresses of three references, and ask each of their references to submit a letter of recommendation to qnm@unm.edu. Applicants must also submit a detailed statement of interest with a proposal for research as an FRTP Postdoctoral Fellow.
Review of applications will commence in mid-October 2026, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled.