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Information for prospective group members interested in theoretical quantum physics, AMO, computation, and quantum information.
Prospective Members
Who should consider joining?
The group is a good fit for those interested in some combination of the following areas:
- Quantum many-body theory
- AMO theory and engineered quantum systems
- Strongly correlated electrons
- Computational condensed matter physics
- Quantum information and quantum simulation
- Scientific computing and open-source research software
Students/Postdocs do not need to arrive with the same background; projects can be tailored to emphasize analytical theory, numerical work, algorithm design, or experiment-facing modeling.
Current directions
Typical project directions
- Correlated lattice models and emergent quantum phases
- Ultracold atoms, molecules, and driven quantum matter
- Quantum algorithms and benchmark design
- Measurement-based quantum computing and graph-state methods
- Large-scale computation and reusable software/data resources
Preparation
Helpful background
- Quantum mechanics and statistical physics
- Condensed matter, AMO, or quantum information coursework
- Python, numerical methods, or scientific programming
Graduate Student Applicants
How to apply
Apply through the Virginia Tech Physics graduate program and, if you are interested in this group, send a short email describing your interests.
Postdoc Applicants
What to send
- A brief email describing research interests
- CV or resume
- Optional links to code/papers
Get in touch. If you are interested in working with the group, send a brief email describing your interests along with your CV or resume.