IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center is a leading centre for research, development and innovation in High Performance Computing (HPC), Data Analytics (HPDA), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing (QC) and their applications. We have strong international links and employ over 150 scientific, technical and administrative staff. IT4Innovations currently operates two supercomputers: Karolina (15.7 PFlop/s, installed in summer 2021), Barbora (849 TFlop/s, installed in autumn 2019), and will host a quantum computer thanks to the LUMI-Q HE project. IT4Innovations is a member of the consortium operating the largest European supercomputer LUMI.

We seek candidates for the position Senior HPC Specialist:

senior Quantum Computing Operations Specialist for the LUMI-Q quantum computer.

                              

Activity description:                   

  • system management and operations of the quantum computer,
  • participation in quantum computing related international projects,
  • participation in training and dissemination activities.
                                

Full-time equivalent: 1,0

Type of job contract: fixed-term employment limited to 3 years, with planned prolongation

Expected start of employment: 1. 2. 2025 or as agreed

                

We require:                      

  • university degree in quantum technologies or related fields,
  • experience in experimental research, specifically in operation of experimental research devices,
  • willingness and ability to learn and explore,
  • basic knowledge of programming/scripting (for example C/C++, Bash, Python),
  • English language.

 

Skills considered an advantage:                          

  • PhD degree,     
  • experience in quantum circuit programming,
  • experience in handling Low pressure/Vacuum equipment and Microwave electronics,
  • basic knowledge of OS Linux.

                              

We offer:                           

  • work on state-of-the-art technology in international team, strong expertise and experience growth,
  • independent, autonomous work in prestigious and stable research organisation and modern environment,
  • salary evaluation according to the candidate's experience,
  • possibility of further education,
  • work place: IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Centre, Studentská 6231/1B, 708 00 Ostrava-Poruba, Czech Republic, N 49°50.25787', E 18°9.36573',
  • flexible working hours,
  • university kindergarten,
  • contribution to pension plan,
  • company catering in the canteen,
  • MultiSport card,
  • other employee benefits according to the employer's offer.

                         

Send applications accompanied by a CV and motivation letter until 10. 1. 2025 to the email address petra.brozova@vsb.cz.

In the subject of the email, please state "Open Call for the position of the  Senior Quantum Computing Operations Specialist ".                         

Your personal data will be processed to the extent necessary for the implementation of the selection procedure in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/679.