We are inviting applications for both PhD and postdoctoral positions. The group aims to fill up to three positions until autumn 2016.

The successful candidates will work on interdisciplinary projects either within the field of compressed sensing or on quantum information theory. Within compressed sensing, our focus will lie on exploiting low-rank and bilinear structures. Relevant topics in the context of quantum information include many-body theory and topological order, aspects of computational complexity, and foundations of quantum mechanics.

We are a broadly interested research group, working on an array of topics in quantum information theory, many-body theory, and applied math. While part of the physics institute, we welcome applications from researchers with a background in math or engineering. We value creativity, mathematical rigor, and openness to interdisciplinary collaborations.

Candidates should send a CV including a short statement of research interests to david.gross@thp.uni-koeln.de. Please include electronic contact details of two referees. Deadline is June 15th. Later applications will be considered in case not all positions will have been filled.

The salary is based on the German TV-L E13 pay scale. Appointments will be for two years at 100% E13 for postdoctoral researchers and at 66% E13 for three years for doctoral candidates.

The University of Cologne is an equal opportunities employer. Applications of women are thus especially encouraged; applications of disabled persons will be given preferential treatment to those of other candidates with equal qualifications.