Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Theory of Bosonic Systems - Fixed Term contract 2 years

ABOUT TELECOM SUDPARIS

Telecom SudParis is a public graduate school for engineering, which has been recognized on the highest level in the domain of digital technology. The quality of its courses is founded on the scientific excellence of its faculty and on teaching techniques that emphasize project management, innovation and intercultural understanding. Telecom SudParis is part of the Institut Mines-Telecom, the number one group of engineering schools in France, under the supervision of the Minister for Industry. Telecom SudParis with Ecole Polytechnique, ENSTA Paris, ENSAE Paris, ENPC and Telecom Paris are co-founders of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, an institute of Science and Technology with an international vocation. Vidéo présentation de Télécom SudParis

ABOUT INSTITUT MINES-TELECOM :

The Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT) is a public institution dedicated to higher education and research for innovation in the fields of engineering and digital technology. Always attentive to the needs of the business world, the IMT combines strong academic and scientific legitimacy, close ties with companies and a unique positioning on the major transformations of the 21st century: digital, energy, industrial and educational. Its activities are carried out by the Mines and Télécom Grandes Ecoles under the authority of the Minister for Industry and Electronic Communications, two subsidiaries and associated partners or partners under agreement. ITM is a founding member of the Alliance Industrie du Futur. It has been awarded the Carnot label for the quality of its research partnerships.
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MISSIONS:

1.     Carry out research activities in theoretical quantum information, with a focus on bosonic quantum systems

2.     Carry out student supervision and tutoring activities

3.     Contribute to the visibility of Télécom SudParis, Institut Mines-Télécom, and Institut Polytechnique de Paris

ACTIVITIES:

1.      Carry out research activities in theoretical quantum information

• Investigate the mathematical and information-theoretic properties of bosonic quantum states and channels, with particular emphasis on non-Gaussian systems.

• Study and seek proofs of quantum entropic inequalities arising in bosonic quantum information theory, including inequalities related to the action of beam splitters and other physically relevant bosonic transformations.

• Develop new mathematical tools for the analysis of non-Gaussian bosonic states and channels, drawing on methods from quantum information theory, matrix and operator analysis, majorization, and related areas.

• Apply these results to the characterization of information transmission through bosonic quantum channels, in particular to the derivation of capacity formulas and upper or lower bounds on communication capacities.

• Explore connections between the developed methods and other problems in quantum information theory and mathematical physics.

• Contribute to the achievement of the scientific objectives and deliverables of the research project.

• Present and discuss research results within the research team and with external collaborators.

• Prepare scientific publications reporting the results of the research.

2.     Carry out teaching, supervision, and tutoring activities

• Teach exercise/tutorial sessions as part of a quantum information course.

• Prepare and update exercise sheets, solutions, and other teaching material for the quantum information course.

• Supervise student projects and, where appropriate, research internships.

• Contribute to the scientific support and mentoring of PhD students and other junior researchers working on related topics.

3.     Contribute to the visibility of Télécom SudParis, Institut Mines-Télécom, and Institut Polytechnique de Paris

• Publish research results in international peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

• Present research results at international conferences, workshops, seminars, and scientific meetings.

• Participate in scientific collaborations with academic institutions and research centres in France and abroad.

• Contribute to the scientific activities and visibility of the department and the institution.

4.     Other activities

• Participate in the scientific and academic activities of the department and the institution.

• Participate in research seminars, project meetings, and other collective scientific activities.

• Report on the progress and results of the research activities for which they are responsible.

Level of training and / or experience required:

• PhD in physics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related field relevant to theoretical quantum information.

• Research experience in theoretical quantum information, mathematical physics, quantum communication theory, theoretical quantum optics, or a closely related area.

• Experience with analytical and mathematical approaches to problems in quantum information theory.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Strong scientific background in theoretical quantum information

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Knowledge of quantum mechanics and quantum information theory

• Knowledge of quantum channels, quantum entropies, and information-theoretic methods

• Knowledge of quantum bosonic systems

• Ability to formulate and address complex theoretical problems independently

• Excellent scientific communication and writing skills.

Advantageous skills, knowledge and experience:

• Experience with majorization theory, matrix inequalities, or operator inequalities in quantum information

• Knowledge of non-Gaussian quantum information

• Experience with quantum communication capacities or related problems in quantum Shannon theory

• Familiarity with symbolic or numerical tools for exploring theoretical problems, such as Python, Mathematica, or MATLAB

Abilities and skills:

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team

• Ability to interact effectively with researchers from different scientific backgrounds

• Ability to synthesize complex scientific ideas and write high-quality publications and reports

• Strong organizational skills

• Initiative, rigour, and intellectual curiosity

• Creativity in approaching open theoretical problems

• Autonomy and self-motivation

Salary indications:

Indicative salary range (excluding variable annual bonus): 35,400 - 38,000 euros gross per year, depending on profile and experience (reduced payroll taxes in a public institution).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

• Application deadline: 2026, October, 16th

• Nature of the contract: determinated term contract 24 months

• Category and profession of the position: II - P, Post-Doctoral

• To apply, please send us a CV, a cover letter

• Location of the position : Palaiseau (France)

• The positions offered for recruitment are open to all with, on request, accommodations for candidates with disabilities

• Working conditions: Teleworking possible, restaurant and cafeteria on site, accessibility by public transport (with employer's participation) or close to main roads, staff association and sports association on campus

• Please include the contact details of two referees in your CV

• Contact person: Michael G. Jabbour, mjabbour@telecom-sudparis.eu