Scientific collaboration in quantum information and machine learning

Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific environment, embedded in the outstanding living conditions of a modern city surrounded by greenery.

The Institute of Theoretical Physics is seeking to fill the following position as soon as possible: Scientific Assistant in Quantum Information and Machine Learning (Salary Group 13 TV-L, 75%)

The position is initially limited to three years. It is open to doctoral students in physics, mathematics, and computer science.

Your position at a glance

They are working on harnessing machine learning for the construction of verifiable witnesses of entanglement and other nonlocality measures. The goal of the project is to achieve this for high-dimensional quantum systems, where established methods fail due to the high computational power required. Applications include entanglement detection, high-dimensional quantum steering, and nonlocality in Bell scenarios and quantum logic networks.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate should have a university degree in physics, mathematics, or computer science, as well as knowledge of linear algebra and an interest in quantum information. Expertise in machine learning and deep neural networks is welcome. The project will primarily consist of developing and testing various artificial neural networks. The necessary analytical calculations and numerical methods are largely based on linear algebra (bachelor's level) and elementary quantum information theory. All candidates should have an interest in programming and numerical mathematics.

Leibniz University Hannover is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Our goal is to harness everyone's potential and create opportunities. We therefore welcome applications from all interested individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

We strive for equal distribution among our employees and to reduce underrepresentation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Opportunities Act (NGG). Therefore, we welcome applications from women for the above-mentioned position. Preference will be given to people with severe disabilities, provided they have equal qualifications.

What do we offer?

With more than 5,000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer an exciting interdisciplinary and international working environment and promote personal and professional development, from (interdisciplinary) skills to leadership and language skills.

Mobile working and home office are possible upon request. We support the balance of family and work life with emergency childcare and vacation care options, as well as parent-child offices, and offer individual advice on family and caregiving responsibilities.

Further information

For academic advice, please contact Dr. Martin Plávala (email: martin.plavala@itp.uni-hannover.de) and for all administrative questions, please contact Ms. Wiebke Möller (email: wiebke.moeller@itp.uni-hannover.de).

Please send your application with the usual documents (cover letter, CV, publication list, two selected publications, description of research interests, 3 reviewers) by 04.05.2025 in electronic form to