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The Faculty of Computer Science at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum invites applications for a W3 Tenured or W2 Tenure Track to W3 Professorship for Quantum Computing (Open Rank) that is to be filled at the earliest possible date. Successful applicants should demonstrate an outstanding track record, with a focus on any research area within quantum computing, such as, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Quantum algorithms and complexity theory
- Quantum and post-quantum cryptography
- Quantum learning and information theory
- Applications of future quantum computers
We are looking for a scientist with an internationally visible research profile who is willing to play a leading role in current and planned projects, complementing existing strengths for establishing quantum computing as a focus area at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum, especially at the Cluster of Excellence CASA and the Horst Görtz Institute (a research department of the Ruhr-Universität Bochum). The Max Planck Institute for Cybersecurity and Privacy offers additional possibilities for collaboration. These outstanding research institutions position Bochum with its extremely vibrant digital ecosystem as one of the leading research locations for IT Security in Europe. There is also ample opportunity to interact with the well-developed start-up community in the area of security and computer science.
For more information and to apply, please see the official job announcement.