Applications are invited for a Project Scientist-I position in the Quantiki group at IISER Tirupati in the area of Quantum Algorithms under the National Quantum Mission, with research focused on Quantum Annealing and Optimization.

Project Scientist-I

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InstituteIndian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati
PositionProject Scientist-I
Project TitleQuantum Annealing and Optimization: Mobility, Multi-modal logistics, Railway Resource Scheduling and Related Problems
Research AreaQuantum Algorithms
Principal InvestigatorDr. Sambuddha Sanyal
Project Code30526263
No. of PostsOne (01)
Minimum QualificationsPh.D. degree in Quantum many-body Physics (Theory). Candidates should provide evidence of having conducted high-quality research during or after their Ph.D. program.
Desirable QualificationsExperience in computational approaches in quantum many-body physics such as exact-diagonalization, tensor-network methods, quantum Monte Carlo, experience in quantum computing, and/or experience in optimisation methods.
Fellowship₹77,000/- per month + 9% HRA if the candidate produces the Ph.D. Certificate
TenureTemporary for one year, with an extension for one year after performance review; maximum up to three years.
Age LimitNot more than 35 years as of the closing date of the advertisement.
How to ApplySend the prescribed application form, converted into PDF format, by email to sambuddha.sanyal@labs.iisertirupati.ac.in. Mention Project Scientist-I: 81/2026 in the email subject line. Sending resumes/CVs by email alone will not be considered a complete application.
Last Date5 October 2026