Application of quantum computing in structural optimization problems.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

IHPC is seeking a highly motivated research scientist to apply quantum computing techniques in engineering mechanics optimization problems. The project aims to develop and adopt

quantum computing to optimal designed advanced materials and related quantum computing algorithms development, numerical analysis of structures and materials with pure or hybrid

quantum computing techniques, and the integration of quantum computing, classical computing, and AI to solve the optimization problems in advanced material/structure design.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL WORK IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS:

• Develop RVE models and explicit solutions to characterize the properties for target advanced material.
• Develop systematic encoding schemes and algorithms that integrate the design problem into the quantum computing context and optimize the design.
• Validate designs through numerical methods and experimental testing.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or other related fields.
• Knowledge of quantum computing algorithms, such QAOA, VQE, quantum annealing.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis of data and machine learning techniques.
• Basic knowledge of engineering mechanics and finite element mothed.
• Strong background in optimization theory and various optimization algorithms
• Strong background in numerical methods such as solving linear/nonlinear systems of equations, solving partial differential equations
• Experience in the quantum computing frontend, such as IMB QISKit, D-Wave Ocean SDK, or Google Cirq is a plus.
• Enthusiastic in algorithms development and coding and a keen aptitude to learn.

Candidates with a strong background in optimization/numerical methods can alleviate the requirements of the quantum computing background.

Please kindly apply via here if you are interested in the position.

About IHPC (https://www.a-star.edu.sg/ihpc)

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