Research Engineer in Quantum Computing

Job Description

We seek a research engineer to support teaching and research in quantum computing. In particular, the research engineer will support the teaching activities courses at KTH and further develop methodologies and algorithms for the quantum computer simulators.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in computer science or equivalent competence.
• We prefer that you have a strong background in quantum computing.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject-related skills
• Professional skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
  
  
  

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.

Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work and grow at KTH.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
  
  
  

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About The Employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.

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Anställningsform: särskild visstidsanställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100% | Ort: Stockholm | Län: Stockholms län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: PA-2026-0245 | Kontakt: Stefano Markidis markidis@kth.se, Stefano Markidis markidis@kth.se, | Publicerat: 2026-01-23 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-02-01