Summary This PhD project focuses on exploring a novel path toward developing robust quantum bits using Andreev bound states in hybrid semiconductor-superconductor devices. While Andreev states provide a highly tunable quantum degree of freedom, their coherence is typically restricted by sensitivity to charge, flux, and magnetic noise. The goal of this research is to solve this by embedding Andreev-based qubits into engineered superconducting circuits, offering hardware-level protection while keeping control fast and flexible.
PhD Offer: Protected Qubits Based on Andreev States, Spain
Designation First Stage Researcher (R1) / PhD Candidate
Quick Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) |
| Contract Type | Temporary, Full-time (40 hours/week) |
| Funding | CAM Talento Program Grant (Agreement: 2022-T1/IND-24070) |
| Education Level | Master’s degree |
Research Area Physics (intersecting condensed matter theory, superconducting quantum circuits, mesoscopic physics, and quantum technologies).
Location Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM) Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, 3, Cantoblanco, 28049 Madrid, España
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education Level: Must hold a Master’s degree.
- Skills/Qualifications: Knowledge in Quantum field theory and condensed matter theory.
- Specific Requirements: Practical experience with numerical and analytic methods for condensed matter physics.
- Required Languages: English.
Job Description The successful candidate will be tasked with:
- Developing theoretical and numerical models for hybrid Andreev-circuit devices.
- Computing spectra and transition matrix elements.
- Analyzing noise sensitivity and simulating decoherence using open-quantum-system methods.
- Exploring optimization strategies, including machine learning approaches, to find optimal device parameters that maximize robustness and overall qubit performance.
- Establishing design principles for protected Andreev qubits to contribute to scalable and experimentally realistic quantum hardware.
How to Apply You can inquire about the specific application procedures by contacting ICMM via their general email: info@icmm.csic.es or by calling (+34) 91 334 90 00. Check the official job offer listing on the ICMM website for the official application portal.
Last Date for Apply August 9, 2026
