Quantum Networking
This project develops theoretical quantum networking for distributed quantum computing, focusing on converting stationary qubits to flying qubits.
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Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: $82,764 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship supporting theoretical research in quantum networking to develop infrastructure and protocols for distributed quantum computing by converting stationary qubits to flying qubits.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a Ph.D. earned within the last 5 years; application requires contacting a research adviser prior to applying.
Description
This postdoctoral research opportunity at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) focuses on the theoretical development of quantum networking infrastructure essential for distributed quantum computing. The project aims to create and test protocols and devices that convert stationary computational qubits—such as superconducting qubits and electrically defined quantum dot qubits—into flying qubits that can be transmitted across quantum networks.
Quantum networks enable scaling of small quantum computers and facilitate advanced quantum communication protocols, including blind quantum computing, which allows certified execution of quantum algorithms. This fellowship supports the theoretical component of a joint theoretical-experimental effort to advance quantum networking technologies.
Key research areas include quantum communication, entanglement, information theory, optical networks, applied mathematics, and quantum optics.
