The Centre for Quantum Engineering, Research and Education (CQuERE) is one of the centres at TCG CREST, Kolkata, India. The theoretical areas of research currently being pursued at CQuERE are quantum computation, quantum algorithms, quantum machine learning, quantum information, quantum communication, and quantum cryptography. In addition, there are experimental activities in the areas of quantum sensing and superconducting-qubit-based quantum computing. CQuERE has openings for postdoctoral positions in the areas of theoretical quantum computing, quantum information, and quantum communication, with emphasis on translational research. These positions are for one year and can be extended to a second year depending on the performance of the candidates. The remuneration for this position will be at par with the other research institutes in India.
Eligibility: PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Engineering.
Eligible candidates can send a cover letter, research plan, curriculum vitae, and two reference letters to cquere.applications@tcgcrest.org with the subject “Application for a post-doctoral position”. Reference letters should be sent directly by the referees. The deadline for the receipt of applications and reference letters is 30th June 2026.
Job Requirement: Strong background in theoretical quantum physics and /or quantum chemistry with a background in quantum computing and quantum information/communication.
Non Indian citizens are also eligible to apply.
No. of posts: 1 or 2 (One or Two)
Salary: The remuneration for this position will be at par with the other research institutes in India.
Tenure: These positions are for one year and can be extended to a second year depending on the performance of the candidates.
Interested candidates should send their detailed resume to cquere.applications@tcgcrest.org
Eligible candidates can send a cover letter, research plan, curriculum vitae, and two reference letters with the subject “Application for a post-doctoral position”. Reference letters should be sent directly by the referees. The deadline for the receipt of applications and reference letters is 30th June 2026.
