Advanced modelling and simulation of molecular or hybrid quantum systems M/F

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Direction des ressources humaines Research Field Physics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 2 Sep 2026 - 17:00 (UTC) Country France Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 4 Aug 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The CNRS Physics strategic foresight identifies the development of advanced numerical methods for modelling and simulating quantum dynamics across different scales as a key priority, notably within the areas of Matter, Light and Quantum Processes, and Physics in Extreme Regimes. In this context, molecular or hybrid quantum systems occupy a central position, driven by the growing need to describe complex systems in which quantum correlations, out-of-equilibrium dynamics, and couplings to the environment interact in non-trivial ways.The creation of the Junior Professorship Chair QSAM aims to strengthen theoretical and numerical research on quantum dynamics and the control of ultrafast processes, by leveraging emerging approaches such as machine learning, tensor networks, and hybrid strategies incorporating physical constraints. It targets the simulation of processes involving electronic correlations and electron–nuclear couplings, as well as the study of light–matter interactions in molecular or hybrid systems, with a particular emphasis on coherent control and the manipulation of quantum degrees of freedom.The QSAM Chair will have a structuring effect by bringing together theorists and computational scientists working on dynamics and coherent control at ultrashort timescales, in connection with the European Laser4U network, which for more than twenty years has united communities around light–matter interactions and quantum control, and within which the participating laboratories aim to strengthen their positioning. It will also consolidate national synergies with the PEPR Quantique and LUMA programs, for which the QSAM theme serves as a point of convergence. In this way, it will help structure a coherent continuum between theoretical and numerical developments and their confrontation with experiments.

The three laboratories likely to host the recipient of the QSAM Junior Professorship Chair are: l'ISMO, l'ICB et l'IPR.ISMO is strongly involved in the theoretical study of quantum dynamics, spanning ultrafast phenomena, nano-photonics, and quantum control. This research contributes to the development of advanced methods and applies to a wide range of systems, from cold atoms to molecules, as well as low-dimensional hybrid systems.ICB has recently created the Interactions and Quantum Control department, covering a broad spectrum ranging from atomic and molecular spectroscopy to the dynamics of reactive collisions, quantum metrology and information, as well as nonlinear phenomena in photonic systems.IPR conducts multidisciplinary research in physics of matter, with world-leading expertise in molecular physics focused on laboratory astrophysics that combines theory and experiment. It develops high-precision quantum methods for studying molecular structure and dynamics, as well as atomic processes in high-intensity laser fields.

The QSAM Junior Professorship Chair will strengthen theoretical and numerical research on the dynamics of complex quantum systems, in particular quantum dynamics and the control of quantum processes via light–matter interactions. These processes will be investigated using emerging methods such as machine learning, tensor networks, and hybrid approaches incorporating physical constraints.The chairholder will contribute to developments in one or more of the following areas: 1) Advanced quantum dynamics: simulation and control of ultrafast processes including electronic correlations and electron–nuclear couplings; 2) Light–matter interaction in molecular or hybrid systems, such as systems coupling molecules or nano-objects to surfaces; 3) Quantum control strategies and coherent manipulation of degrees of freedom.A strong interest in methodological developments and in fostering theory–experiment dialogue is expected.

Candidates must propose a teaching project (28 hours of lectures or 42 hours of tutorials/practical sessions) related broadly to the themes of the QSAM Junior Professorship Chair. This teaching project will then be discussed and finalized with the university authorities of the host laboratory.

The CNRS is developing a strong policy in favor of open science. Open science consists of making research results "as accessible as possible and closed as necessary". As such, the CNRS aims to make 100% of the texts of publications resulting from the work of its laboratories accessible , in particular through deposit in HAL. The data produced must also be made available and reusable, except for specific restrictions. In addition, the guiding principles of individual evaluation have been revised in accordance with the DORA declaration, to be more qualitative and to take into account all facets of the researcher's profession.

The dissemination of the results will be done through world-class scientific productions: publications, patents, software... In addition, the results will be communicated to various targets such as scientific communities, media, decision makers, general public, schools, etc., with an adapted calendar. Specific tools may be developed such as websites, newsletters, meetings, international symposia, summer schools and conferences.

The relationship between science and society is now recognized as a full dimension of scientific activity. The project will develop this dimension in synergy with all the partners. The resulting research work will contribute to informing public decision-making. Participatory science initiatives may be initiated with actors from the project's socio-economic and cultural eco-system.

holders of a doctorate or a PhD or equivalent degree or applicants who have gained scientific. There is no restriction on the age or nationality of applicants. All CNRS positions are accessible to people with disabilities, with special arrangements for tests made necessary by the nature of the disability.