Department: Mathematics and Physics

Supervisor : Dr. Rostislav Konoplich

Position Title: Student Worker

Job description:

This role focuses on exploring three-level quantum systems and their potential applications in high-energy physics. The student will work on implementing quantum algorithms using Qiskit to address optimization problems relevant to particle physics research.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting research on three-level quantum systems.

• Developing and testing quantum algorithms using Qiskit for applications in high-energy physics.

• Running simulations and analyzing results using Qiskit tools and IBM quantum platform.

• Participating in group discussions and presenting progress updates.

Preferred Qualifications:

• knowledge of basics of quantum physics and quantum computing

• Qiskit, Python and CERN ROOT

• knowledge of ATLAS software

Desired Start Date: September 22nd , 2025

Hours: up to 6 per week

Hourly Rate: $ 19.00

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