Academic Research

Quantum computers are supposed to lead to a boost in computational power, although it remains still unclear whether stable (fault-tolerant) quantum-computer hardware with large numbers of qubits can be realized. However, even in this case a second challenge is the need for quantum-computer software, since a quantum computer per se does not necessarily mean that it is more efficient than a classical computer, especially in view of the enormous classical computational power available nowadays. A key ingredient in making use of quantum computer hardware is thus the development of quantum-computer algorithms.
Within this project experience should be gained with some quantum-computer algorithm, especially its performance on a faulty quantum-computer hardware, a so-called noisy intermediate-scale quantum device. 

The student will be introduced into the underlying physics and the use of computer codes developed in our research group that they will learn to apply within an on-going research project. Depending on qualification and interest, the student may also write a small new code or extend an existing code.

Advanced undergraduate students (from second year) 
Master's students 
Ph.D. students 

The student should 

Some previous experience in computer coding is helpful, but not required.