Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2.5 years
Base salary will be in the range $83,698 - $138,769 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A or B)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
Join a world‑class research community and help shape the future of quantum computing at UQ. This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Fellow to contribute to groundbreaking quantum algorithms research led by Dr Riddhi Gupta and Associate Professor Sally Shrapnel. You’ll work at the forefront of theory, simulation and applications development, exploring the next generation of fault‑tolerant quantum hardware. Embedded within a vibrant ecosystem including the Queensland Digital Health Centre, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Biotechnology, the Queensland Decarbonisation Alliance and IBM‑affiliated HCLS quantum research. You’ll collaborate with leading experts, publish in high‑impact outlets and present your work on the national and international stage. At UQ, you’ll enjoy a supportive, inclusive and high‑performing environment that empowers you to grow your research profile, supervise emerging researchers and make a meaningful global impact.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications and other role-specific requirements such as mandatory immunisations checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Riddhi Gupta.
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section
A two-page document outlining your previous research and technical experience and your future research interests
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close Monday 6 April 2026, 11.00pm AEST (R-59780). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing Monday 13th April 2026.