POSITION SUMMARY:

The Center for Computational Quantum Physics (CCQ) at the Flatiron Institute seeks temporary full-time Pre-doctoral Researchers as part of its Pre-Doctoral Program. This program provides graduate students pursuing their PhD in a relevant field the opportunity to be employed at the CCQ for 4 months for the purpose of working on a research project with one or more CCQ staff mentors.  This position will be based onsite at the foundation in New York City.

Applicants for this position should indicate in their application one or more potential mentors at CCQ and must have the approval of their thesis advisor.

Information about potential mentors and research projects may be obtained from CCQ’s website.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Currently engaged in dissertation research in a PhD program in a field such as condensed matter physics, materials science, or chemistry relevant to the proposed research

Experience

• At least 1-2 years of advanced course work in areas relevant to the proposed research along with 1 or more years of relevant research experience.

• Demonstrated understanding of basic research skills

• Experience programming in at least one of the following languages: C/C++, Python/Julia, and/or Fortran

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Technical and scientific curiosity

• Professional and effective communication skills

• Excellent collaboration skills

• Additionally, knowledge of software engineering practices for working in groups, including software development life cycles, coding standards, code review and version control systems (e.g., Git) and of linux is desirable.

SESSION DATES:

Fall 2026: September 8- December 18, 2026

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