Postdoc (f/m/d) in Quantum Algorithms for Fluid and Environmental Flow Modelling / Completed university studies (PhD) in the field of Physics, Computer Science, (Applied) Mathematics, Computational Modeling and Simulation or related field …
19 Jan 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf - HZDR - Helmholtz Association- Research Field
Other- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)- Application Deadline
28 Jan 2026 - 23:00 (UTC)- Country
Germany- Type of Contract
To be defined- Job Status
Other- Offer Starting Date
1 Mar 2026- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Area of research:
Scientific / postdoctoral posts
Starting date:
01.03.2026
Job description:Postdoc (f/m/d) in Quantum Algorithms for Fluid and Environmental Flow Modelling
With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.
The Center for Advanced Systems Understanding (CASUS) is a German-Polish research center for data-intensive digital systems research.
The Department of Department AI4Quantum – Machine Learning for Quantum Simulation and Computing is looking for a Postdoc (f/m/d) in Quantum Algorithms for Fluid and Environmental Flow Modelling.
Your tasks
# Independent development and analysis of mathematical and numerical methods for partial differential equations
# Design and implementation of advanced algorithms, including variational and optimization-based approaches
# Investigation and adaptation of mathematical methods in hybrid classical–quantum computing contexts
# Documentation, dissemination of results, and contribution to scientific publications and project coordination
Your profile
# Completed university studies (PhD) in the field of Physics, Computer Science, (Applied) Mathematics, Computational Modeling and Simulation or related field
# Experiences with advanced numerical analysis and mathematical modeling of partial differential equations
# Knowledge of quantum algorithms or willingness to extend mathematical methods to quantum computing contexts
# Mathematical foundations of variational methods and optimization
# Algorithm development for large-scale scientific computing
# Experience with scientific software development and performance-oriented computing
# Ability to conduct independent scientific research and take methodological responsibility
# Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
# Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific discussion
# Clear and precise communication of complex scientific concepts
# Willingness to contribute to coordination, mentoring, and collaborative project activities
# Programming proficiency in Python and optionally in one compiled language
# Experience with scientific computing libraries and numerical software frameworks
# Ability to work with version control systems and collaborative software development tools
# Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
Our offer
# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"
We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.
This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.
Where to apply
personal@hzdr.de- Website
- https://www.hzdr.de/job2188e
Requirements
Additional Information
- Website for additional job details
https://www.hzdr.de/job2188e
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf - HZDR - Helmholtz Association
- Country
- Germany
- City
- Görlitz
- Geofield
Contact
- City
Dresden- Website
https://www.hzdr.de/db/Cms?pNid=0- Street
Bautzner Landstraße 400- Postal Code
01328
kontakt@hzdr.de- Phone
+49 351 260-0- Fax
+49 351 269-0461
STATUS: EXPIRED
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