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[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] [qip] Fwd: Postdoctoral Positions at Microsoft Research QuArC

by Aram Harrow

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Krysta Svore <ksvore(a)microsoft.com> Date: Wed, Sep 14, 2016 at 8:56 PM Subject: Postdoctoral Positions at Microsoft Research QuArC To: Krysta Svore <ksvore(a)microsoft.com> Dear colleagues, *We are looking for exceptional people! Please pass the following information to potential candidates.* The Quantum Architectures and Computation (QuArC) <https://www.stationq.com/quarc-group/> group of Microsoft Research Station Q <http://www.stationq.com/>is looking for exceptional postdoctoral candidates. Positions are available beginning in the spring/summer/fall of 2017. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in areas such as quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum computation, and/or quantum circuit design and optimization. *Application deadline: October 1, 2016* In order to be considered, please apply and upload your application materials online at: https://careers.research.microsoft.com/ In the online application, click on the following choices: - *Position interested in*: PostDoctorate - *Location*: Redmond, WA, USA - *Research Areas of Interest*: Quantum Computing - *Microsoft Research Contact*: Svore, Krysta Application materials should include: - Current CV - Letters of reference will be directly requested from your referees by the application tool. (A minimum of 3 references required) - 1-3 page statement of research Direct questions to ksvore AT microsoft DOT com *Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.* Best, Krysta https://www.stationq.com/quarc-group/ _______________________________________________ qip mailing list qip(a)mit.edu http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/qip

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Group meeting, Thu Sept 15, 3:30 PM, Div Room

by Ian Kivlichan

Hi all, Tomorrow our dear leader himself will talk at group meeting - see below for the title and abstract. Also, don't forget that we have a big goodbye party after group meeting, and that Thomas' defense is Friday at 2! For all the new group members (and old ones who forgot), the group meeting schedule is here <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LioqdopHr5ZAmn0GaCQwLUTYoU4ZJuvfrMY…>. I'm filling it out for the fall and a bit into the new year, so please let me know if you'd like to give a talk or will have any visitors. The schedule is reflected about a month in advance on the group Google calendar - ask me, Siria, or Marlon if you don't have access. Finally, after a late cancellation I'm still searching for someone to talk next week (the 22nd) - please let me know if you can help out. Tutorials are OK. Best, Ian ----------------- “Transitioning basic and applied science to the market: The history of Calculario and Kyulux” As many of you know, I am now an advisor to Kyulux, Inc., a company that is in the business of developing organic light emitting devices. This is a story that began ten years ago when I started at Harvard in 2006. I will discuss the different levels of scientific development, from basic to applied science and will also review the history of our early startup efforts that led to our involvement with Kyulux. I will also discuss how to handle potential conflicts of interest and the relationships between industry and academia.

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Fwd: Winter Data Science Fellowship Opportunity - 9t

by Alan Aspuru-Guzik

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Michael Li* <michael.li(a)mailg.thedataincubator.com> Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 Subject: Winter Data Science Fellowship Opportunity - 9t To: alan(a)aspuru.com Hi Aln, Thank you for your interest and support of The Data Incubator. We are grateful for your helping to spread the word about our fellowship program. You can also read about some of our latest fellows on our blog <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/>. Due to its success and increasing demand, we're launching another round. The application is currently live. I would be extremely grateful if you could forward this opportunity on to *masters*, *PhDs*, and *postdocs* in your department. ------------------------------ *Program:* The Data Incubator is an intensive 8 week fellowship that prepares masters students, PhDs, and postdocs in STEM and social science fields seeking industry careers as data scientists. The program is free for Fellows and supported by sponsorships from hundreds of employers across multiple industries. In response to the overwhelming interest in our earlier sessions, we will be holding another fellowship. *Who Should Apply:* Anyone who has already obtained a masters or PhD degree or who is within one year of graduating with a masters or PhD is welcome to apply. Applications from international students are welcome. Everyone else is encouraged to sign-up for a future session <https://www.thedataincubator.com/fellowship.html#apply?ref=wYWxhbkBhc3B1cnU…> . *Locations:* There will be both an in-person (in NYC, DC, SF) and online section of the fellowship using the common application below. *Dates:* All sections will be from 2017-01-03 to 2017-02-24 *Application Link*: https://www.thedataincubator. com/fellowship.html#apply?ref=wYWxhbkBhc3B1cnUuY29t *Data Science in 30 minutes:* Learn how to build a data-science project in our upcoming free Data Science in 30-minutes webcast <http://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-data-incubator-8342209540>. Signup soon as space is limited. *Learn More:* You can learn about our fellows at The New York Times <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/2015/02/alumni-spotlight-dorian-goldman-us…>, LinkedIn <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/2016/05/alumni-spotlight-xia-hong/>, Amazon <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/2016/06/david-wallace/>, Capital One <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/2015/08/columbia-astrophysics-postdoc-move…>, or Palantir <http://blog.thedataincubator.com/2015/02/moving-to-palantir-from-mathematic…>. To read about our latest fellow alumni, check out our blog <http://blog.thedataincubator.com>. To learn more about The Data Incubator, check us out on Venture Beat <http://venturebeat.com/2014/04/15/ny-gets-new-bootcamp-for-data-scientists-…>, The Next Web <http://thenextweb.com/insider/2015/07/02/data-incubator-opens-a-west-coast-…>, or Harvard Business Review <http://blogs.hbr.org/2014/08/the-question-to-ask-before-hiring-a-data-scien…> . Sincerely, Michael Postdoc, Cornell If you would like to stop receiving quarterly notices, please notify us here <http://www.thedataincubator.com/unsubscribe2.html?email_list=marketing>. -- Alán Aspuru-Guzik | Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University | 12 Oxford Street, Room M113 | Cambridge, MA 02138 (617)-384-8188 | http://aspuru.chem.harvard.edu | http://about.me/aspuru

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] [qip] Fwd: Applications now being accepted for Postdoctoral Fellowships at Perimeter Institute

by Ramis Movassagh

In case you might be interested to apply ... ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Lucien Hardy <contact(a)perimeterinstitute.ca> Date: Wed, Sep 14, 2016 at 4:16 PM Subject: Applications now being accepted for Postdoctoral Fellowships at Perimeter Institute To: ramis.mov(a)gmail.com Valued Colleague: Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is inviting applications for Postdoctoral Research positions. For more information please visit our website <http://link.perimeterinstitute.ca/c/306/b39681ddaf9db1c3c1dca762f71485aa845…> . We hope you will share the news by: 1. Forwarding this information directly to prospective candidates who may be interested in this opportunity. 2. Printing and hanging the poster located here <http://link.perimeterinstitute.ca/c/306/b39681ddaf9db1c3c1dca762f71485aa845…> . Perimeter Institute offers a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment with maximum research freedom and opportunity to collaborate. We welcome all candidates to apply by *November 15th, 2016* but applications will be considered until all positions are filled. Thank you in advance for forwarding and sharing this information. Sincerely, Lucien Hardy Committee Chair Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics 31 Caroline St. N., Waterloo, ON N2L 2Y5 Canada 519-569-7600 www.perimeterinstitute.ca <http://link.perimeterinstitute.ca/c/306/b39681ddaf9db1c3c1dca762f71485aa119…> To unsubscribe or to manage your subscriptions click here <http://link.perimeterinstitute.ca/c/306/b39681ddaf9db1c3c1dca762f71485aa119…> . _______________________________________________ qip mailing list qip(a)mit.edu http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/qip

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Subgroup Meetings October to December

by Siria Serrano

Dear Group, It's time to schedule sub-group meetings for the Fall (September-December). In order to better accommodate Alan's very busy travel schedule,I have assigned each subgroup meeting times instead of requesting sub-groups send me times. I need everyone to try the absolute best to arrange their schedules and make these work. *In addition, please check the Group Calendar regularly and emails with information on sub-group meetings as these are sometimes moved to accommodate sudden changes in Alan's calendar.* *Excitonics* *(Joey, Sam)* September 14th 11-Noon October 18th 2-3PM November 16th 11-Noon December 14th 11-Noon *Machine Learning* *(Jennifer)* September 19th 2-3PM October 3rd 1:30-2:30, October 19th 2-3PM November 1st 11-Noon December 12th 2-3PM *Materials* *(Steven)* September 22nd 1:30-2:30PM October 3rd 3-4PM November 17th 11-Noon December 15th 2-3PM *Quantum* *(Ian, Jhonathan)* September 13th (Yesterday) 11-Noon October, 18th 3:30-4:30 PM November 1st 3:30-4:30 PM December 13th 2:30-3:30 PM *Finally, I need the person (s) I name under each subgroup to send directly, do not reply all, a roster of their group. We have several people coming and going and some new members are missing subgroup emails because I don't have them on their group's list.* -- *Siria Serrano* *Faculty Assistant* *Aspuru-Guzik Group* *Harvard University **Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology* *12 Oxford St. M 136* *Cambridge, MA 02138* *P:** (617) 496-1716 <%28617%29%20496-1716>** F: **617-496-9411 <617-496-9411>*

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Thomas' Defense - This Friday - 2PM - Div Room

by Marlon Cummings

Team: Please show your support. Thanks!!! --------------- *Marlon G. CummingsLab Manager, Aspuru-Guzik GroupMallinckrodt M136Department of Chemistry and Chemical BiologyHarvard University12 Oxford StreetCambridge, MA 02138617-496-9964617-496-9411 (fax)http://aspuru.chem.harvard.edu/ <http://aspuru.chem.harvard.edu/>*

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[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Couch for sale

by Jennifer Wei

Hi everyone, Is anyone interested in a futon? Since we have several new people in the group, I thought I would ask here first. The futon has been used for 3 years, and is in good condition. The back is able to fold down so that the whole couch lies flat. It is pretty good for having guests stay with you. We're currently looking at selling for $50 (original price $140) but you'll have arrange pickup from Peabody Terrace. Please email me if you are interested/would like more information. Cheers, Jennifer PS This is NOT the famed lucky AAG couch; that I will use until I graduate, and will give it away to another group member as per tradition.

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Alfredo Alexander-Katz seminar today!

by Alan Aspuru-Guzik

Dear group members, Please attend the colloquium today at 4 PM Pfizer . It is a theoretician from MIT that I *strongly* encourage you to come listen. He is an excellent speaker and I want to have theory attendance. Alan Alán Aspuru-Guzik | Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University | 12 Oxford Street, Room M113 | Cambridge, MA 02138 (617)-384-8188 | http://aspuru.chem.harvard.edu | http://about.me/aspuru

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[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] Fwd: Junior Faculty Positions Open at Iowa State University

by Alan Aspuru-Guzik

Alán Aspuru-Guzik | Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University | 12 Oxford Street, Room M113 | Cambridge, MA 02138 (617)-384-8188 | http://aspuru.chem.harvard.edu | http://about.me/aspuru ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Vela-Becerra, Javier [CHEM] <vela(a)iastate.edu> Date: Sun, Sep 11, 2016 at 7:11 PM Subject: Junior Faculty Positions Open at Iowa State University To: Dear Colleague, We have two junior positions open, one in inorganic chemistry - our add is attached/below. Please pass this on to any potentially interested parties. Sincerely, Javier Vela, PhD Associate Professor of Chemistry, Iowa State University 2101E Hach Hall 515-294-5536 2438 Pammel Dr, Ames, IA 50011 www.chem.iastate.edu/faculty/Javier_Vela --- --- --- ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITIONS IN INORGANIC AND THEORETICAL AND/OR COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY Department of Chemistry, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011 The Department of Chemistry at ISU seeks candidates for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in (a) inorganic and (b) theoretical and computational chemistry, both broadly defined. Candidates should have a demonstrated potential for transformative research and excellent classroom teaching. Candidates with expertise complementing those that already exist in chemistry and related departments and who are willing to collaborate are strongly encouraged. Qualified applicants must have a PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline, a strong research record, and enthusiasm for teaching undergraduate and graduate chemistry courses. For further information about these positions and to apply online see http://www.iastatejobs.com. Inorganic #600167 and Theoretical and/or Computational #600168.The application package should include a cover letter, a CV listing publications, statements of future research plans and interests (max. of 10 pages), and of teaching philosophy (max. of 3 pages), and 3 references. To be given full consideration, applications must be submitted by October 1, 2016. As part of a major interdisciplinary hiring initiative ( las.iastate.edu/faculty-careers) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (www.las.iastate.edu/) at Iowa State University (ISU), a new joint initiative by the Departments of Chemistry and Physics & Astronomy aims to foster and enhance capabilities in mesoscale science. Multiple new hires in the field of Mesoscale Science are planned over the next 2-3 years and should expect to benefit from and contribute to the interaction and collaboration among these and other departments. This mesoscale initiative includes synthesis, characterization, and theoretical understanding of novel functional materials with unique properties controlled by their complex, multi-scale heterogeneous structure. It will build on existing strengths in synthesis of functional nanomaterials, experimental condensed matter physics, and theory & simulation within both departments, and related efforts at the USDOE Ames Laboratory. Candidates with an interest in this area are particularly encouraged to apply. Iowa State University is an EO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender expression, national origin, disability, or protected Vets status. The University and the LAS College provide an intellectual environment conducive to academic excellence and diversity, offer mentoring programs for new faculty, and are committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, the student body, and the curriculum. Iowa State University (www.iastate.edu) is an AAU-member comprehensive, land grant, Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University with an enrollment of over 36,000 students. The university is located in Ames, IA, one of the nation's most highly rated metropolitan areas of its size. ISU is committed to achieving inclusive excellence through a diverse workforce and is dedicated to supporting work-life balance through flexible policies.

7 years, 7 months

[Aspuru-Guzik Group List] [qip] QIP 2017: Announcement and Call for Submissions

by Aram Harrow

======================================================================= CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS The 20th Annual Conference on Quantum Information Processing (QIP 2017) Seattle, Washington, USA January 16-20, 2017 https://www.stationq.com/qip-2017/ ======================================================================= The international annual Quantum Information Processing (QIP) series is the premier meeting for theoretical quantum information research. Since 1998, the conference has featured breakthroughs by the leaders in the disciplines of computing, cryptography, information theory, mathematics and physics. The scientific objective of the series is to gather the theoretical quantum information community to present and discuss the latest groundbreaking work in the field. QIP 2017 is the twentieth international conference on theoretical aspects of quantum computing, quantum cryptography, and quantum information in a series that started in Aarhus in 1998, and was last held in 2016 in Banff. Hosted by the QuArC <https://www.stationq.com/quarc-group/> group at Microsoft Research in Redmond Washington and the University of Washington, QIP 2017 will feature a tutorial program, plenary talks, contributed talks, and a poster session. Important dates: ·Submission of talks deadline: September 27 ·Submission of posters deadline: October 25 ·Notifications: November 8 ·Tutorials: January 14 – 15 at the Westin Downtown Seattle < https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1606 227091&key=16708A64> ·Conference: January 16 – 20 at the Westin Downtown Seattle < https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1606 227091&key=16708A64> We invite contributions, both talks and posters, on outstanding recent research in the area of the theory of quantum information and computation. There will be a QIP Best Student Paper prize awarded. This year, QIP will feature parallel tracks on each day of the conference, allowing more talks and research to be showcased. Submission is via EasyChair at https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=qip2017. For more details on submission, registration, and attending QIP 2017, visit https://www.stationq.com/qip-2017/. Program committee: Andris Ambainis (U of Latvia, Chair) Itai Arad (National U of Singapore and Technion, Israel) Salman Beigi (IPM, Tehran) Nicolas Brunner (U Geneva) Andre Chailloux (INRIA) Toby Cubitt (University College London) Runyao Duan (UTS, Sydney) David Gosset (IBM) Michal Horodecki (U of Gdansk) Stacey Jeffery (Caltech) Robin Kothari (MIT) Anthony Leverrier (INRIA) Maris Ozols (Cambridge) Marco Piani (U of Strathclyde) Stefano Pironio (U Libre Bruxelles) David Poulin (U de Sherbrooke) Matthew Pusey (Perimeter Institute) Robert Raussendorf (U of British Columbia) Jeremie Roland (U Libre Bruxelles) Pranab Sen (TIFR, Mumbai) Graeme Smith (JILA and U of Colorado, Boulder) Fang Song (Portland State U) Rolando Somma (LANL) Kristan Temme (IBM) Mark M. Wilde (Louisiana State U) Xiaodi Wu (U of Oregon) Jon Yard (U of Waterloo and Perimeter Institute) Organizing committee: Krysta Svore (Microsoft Research, Chair) Michael Beverland (Microsoft Research) Alex Bocharov (Microsoft Research) Yuri Gurevich (Microsoft Research) Matt Hastings (Microsoft Research) Vadym Kliuchnikov (Microsoft Research) Jasmin Krout (Microsoft Research) Matt Mostad (Microsoft Research) Martin Roetteler (Microsoft Research) Matthias Troyer (ETH Zurich, Microsoft Research) Nathan Wiebe (Microsoft Research) Steering Committee: Fernando Brandão (Caltech) Andrew Childs (Maryland) Andrew Doherty (USYD) Ashley Montanaro (Bristol) Ben Reichardt (USC) Renato Renner (ETH Zurich) Barry Sanders (U Calgary) Krysta Svore (Microsoft Research, Chair) Barbara Terhal (TU Delft) _______________________________________________ qip mailing list qip(a)mit.edu http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/qip

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