A fully-funded 3-year PhD studentship is available in the area of Quantum Technologies on modelling, controlling and characterising quantum networks of spins.
Project title: Simulation and Control of Quantum Spin Network Devices
Project Description
Improvements in nanoscale fabrication have given us the ability to build structures on scales where quantum effects do not only have to be considered, but enable device operation. For this project we are interested in quantum networks of spins, which have properties very different from classical networks, that hold the potential for low congestion and higher parallel throughput across few quantum wires, in particular, for on-chip interconnects based on spin transport.
Spintronics in general aims at building faster, more energy efficient devices and spin transport networks form a crucial component in this. Fundamental research in simulating and controlling such networks build on realistic models is needed to achieve this. We aim to combine data-driven and ab-initio modelling techniques to accurately predict the behaviour of real quantum devices. Such models will in turn enable us to direct the operation of the quantum network using control and optimisation techniques.Improvements in nanoscale fabrication have given us the ability to build structures on scales where quantum effects do not only have to be considered, but enable device operation. For this project we are interested in quantum networks of spins, which have properties very different from classical networks, that hold the potential for low congestion and higher parallel throughput across few quantum wires, in particular, for on-chip interconnects based on spin transport.
Key information
You will join a dynamic and expanding interdisciplinary research team working across engineering, physics, mathematics and computer science between Cardiff, Swansea and Aberystwyth University. This studentship is based at Cardiff University’s School of Computer Science & Informatics, College of Physical Sciences and Engineering, and focuses on data-driven modelling and control. You will be closely collaborating with another student at Swansea University and are expected to spend some time over the 3 year period of the project at the other two partner universities. You must have a strong background in either engineering simulation, computational modelling or quantum physics with excellent mathematical and programing skills. You will acquire expertise in simulation, control and machine learning techniques, pertinent to quantum technologies.
You will join a dynamic and expanding interdisciplinary research team working across engineering, physics, mathematics and computer science between Cardiff, Swansea and Aberystwyth University. This studentship is based at Cardiff University’s School of Computer Science & Informatics, College of Physical Sciences and Engineering, and focuses on data-driven modelling and control. You will be closely collaborating with another student at Swansea University and are expected to spend some time over the 3 year period of the project at the other two partner universities. You must have a strong background in either engineering simulation, computational modelling or quantum physics with excellent mathematical and programing skills. You will acquire expertise in simulation, control and machine learning techniques, pertinent to quantum technologies.
Funding also includes equipment, and travel and attendance at national and international conferences. To develop your teaching and research skills, and aid career development (either within or outside academia), a wide range of training courses and workshops are available to our postgraduate students. Students are also able to attend Masters modules relevant to their research, across a number of schools in the University.
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to supplement the stipend by undertaking teaching assistance within the School. Research students may take up to six hours per week, equivalent to between £60 and £120 (at 2014/15 rates) depending on the type of session. Such activities may include supervising tutorial and practical computing classes, and course administrative duties.
Brief description of project focus
Improvements in nanoscale fabrication have given us the ability to build structures on scales where quantum effects do not only have to be considered, but enable device operation.
Improvements in nanoscale fabrication have given us the ability to build structures on scales where quantum effects do not only have to be considered, but enable device operation.
Funding
This studentship consists of full UK/EU tuition fees, as well as a Doctoral Stipend matching UK Research Council National Minimum (£13,863 p.a. for 2014/15, updated each year).
Eligibility
Residency: This studentship is open to students of any nationality. Students classified as international for fee purposes have to self-fund the difference between home and international fees.
Academic criteria:
Candidates should:
- either have a good honours degree in a relevant discipline (minimum 2:1);
- or have a Masters qualification with distinction in the research dissertation in a relevant discipline;
- or have professional qualifications deemed by Cardiff University to be equivalent to the above;
- or be over 25 and have relevant work experience in a position of responsibility.
Candidates must also have a strong background in either engineering simulation, computational modelling or quantum physics; have excellent mathematical skills; and have excellent programing skills.
- either have a good honours degree in a relevant discipline (minimum 2:1);
- or have a Masters qualification with distinction in the research dissertation in a relevant discipline;
- or have professional qualifications deemed by Cardiff University to be equivalent to the above;
- or be over 25 and have relevant work experience in a position of responsibility.
Candidates must also have a strong background in either engineering simulation, computational modelling or quantum physics; have excellent mathematical skills; and have excellent programing skills.
Additional Criteria: If your first language is not English you must provide evidence of competence in English. Our minimum requirement is an overall IELTS result of at least 6.5, with a minimum of 6.5 in writing, and a minimum of 6.0 in speaking, listening and reading.
The deadline for applications is 14 August 2014, 16:00 British Summer Time.
For further details and application please visit the Ser Cymru-Funded PhD in Computer Science and Informatics page.
