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# Job offer

- **Company:** Universiteit Leiden
- **Location:** Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Salary:** €3,204.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/364760/phd-in-machine-learning-for-quantum-systems-10-fte/apply/

## About the Role

* Master's degree in physics, computer science, or a closely related field;
 * Strong interest in ML and motivation to make it interpretable and reliable;
 * Knowledge of quantum physics and numerical methods for quantum systems or theory of deep learning is preferred;
 * Good programming skills in Python;
 * Proficient in spoken and written English;
 * A team player who can communicate well across scientific fields and teams;
 * Highly motivated and organized self-starter with an open mindset.

## Description

We are looking for PhD candidates interested in research at the intersection of machine learning (ML) and quantum many-body physics.

The successful candidate will join Interpretable Machines for Physics (IMP), a research group led by Dr. Anna Dawid. They will work on the mechanics of ML and developing new ML approaches to challenging quantum problems, with a strong focus on making these approaches interpretable, reliable, and scalable. In this position, you will learn about state-of-the-art deep learning solutions as well as the challenges of understanding neural networks. You will be given increasing scientific freedom, supported by structured mentoring, including career development plans guided by your plans after the PhD. The starting date is flexible, the latest in November 2027.

The position is set in the exciting, friendly, and interdisciplinary environment of the aQa (Applied Quantum Algorithms) group, which is a team of faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students across the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION), the Leiden Institute for Advanced Computer Science (LIACS), the Leiden Institute for Chemistry (LIC), and the Leiden Mathematical Institute (MI) at the Leiden University.

What you will do

 * Conducting research on the mechanics of deep learning and applications of (interpretable, reliable, and scalable) ML in quantum sciences with scientific integrity and rigor under the supervision of Dr. Anna Dawid;
 * Assisting in relevant teaching activities;
 * Actively participating in regular group and one-on-one meetings;
 * Co-supervising Bachelor and Master students;
 * Co-organizing scientific events;
 * Presenting your research results to the scientific community at international conferences and through publications.