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Research Fellow
Quantum Algorithms
Division of Information and Communication Sciences
The Centre for Advanced Computing - Algorithms and Cryptography (ACAC)
Macquarie University
Sydney NSW

ACAC in the Division brings together the disciplines of physics, computing and mathematics to conduct research into algorithms, complexity and cryptography. A major research project on quantum information processing (QUIP) with a key focus on quantum algorithms, has significant funding and is also linked to Australia's Special Research Centre for Quantum Computing Technology.

The QUIP project features leading research in quantum information theory, quantum optics, cryptography, coding theory and complexity. We seek to build on this expertise by appointing a Research Fellow to lead research into quantum algorithms, to collaborate with other researchers in the Centre and to supervise students and postdoctoral researchers.

Essential Criteria: PhD and postdoctoral experience or equivalent in an area of physics, computing or mathematics related to quantum information theory; excellent communication skills; capacity for independent research; expertise in quantum information theory.

Desirable Criteria: Experience in quantum algorithm research; demonstrated research leadership potential.

Enquiries: Professor Barry Sanders on email: barry.sanders@mq.edu.au Details of research activities and members of the group may be accessed via the web page http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/acac

Application package Yamini Sindoba Sandiran on 02 9850 9147 or email: yamini@ics.mq.edu.au. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of three years with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and performance. The appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months.

Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62744 to $74,508pa.

Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Closing date 30 August 2002
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