Solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society.

Simula’s vision is to be an excellent research lab, educating future technology leaders and providing independent advice to the government. We want to be an innovator and innovation partner and apply our expertise to problems that matter. We do this by concentrating on five select research areas in ICT. 

Learn more about: working at Simula and careers at Simula

Project/Job description

In the Department of ComplexSE, we are now offering a postdoctoral position within the Q-VERSE EU project, which aims to provide a ready-to-use quantum software toolkit that supports various APIs and HPC interfaces in an open and transparent manner for Europe’s quantum developers and industry stakeholders. Q-VERSE will develop dedicated GAIA-X-compliant quantum interfaces and will build its foundation on the first fully European-developed, open-source quantum software development kit, Eclipse Qrisp.

The postdoctoral fellow will carry out research on software infrastructure and enabling components for hybrid quantum–classical computing. The work will concentrate on creating frameworks and middleware that facilitate the integration of quantum computing with traditional HPC and cloud environments. Main activities include designing quantum–classical workflow frameworks, developing testing and benchmarking platforms for quantum applications and platforms, and building integration middleware to support European HPC and cloud infrastructures.

The postdoctoral researcher will coordinate the work package led by Simula, monitor task progress, and lead the preparation of project deliverables for which Simula is responsible, while also contributing to deliverables led by other project partners in which Simula is a contributor. The position involves close collaboration with international academic and industrial partners and contributions to the development of open-source tools and experimental platforms for real-world quantum computing applications.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for interested candidates who have:

- PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

- Strong programming and system development skills and experience with quantum computing software architectures or middleware.

- Strong expertise with software testing, benchmarking, and performance evaluation tools is desirable.

- Interest in quantum computing and hybrid quantum–classical systems, with motivation to work in an international research collaboration.                                                                                               

Simula Offers

• Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers;
• An informal and inclusive international working environment;
• Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.
• Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo
• A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 595000
• Numerous benefits: access to company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/health insurance policy, etc.
• Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc
• Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).
• Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being is a priority and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently. 

Application Requirements

Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:

• Curriculum vitae:  Summarize your educational background, working experience (in particular, any relevant academic or industrial work), list of scientific publications, etc.
• Cover letter: outline your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position;
• Transcripts from PhD, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Application deadline

April 15, 2026

Contact

Additional enquiries regarding the position can be addressed to 

Shaukat Ali, shaukat@simula.no

About Simula and Norway

Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab located in Oslo, Norway. Simula conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, software engineering, communication systems, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. 

Simula's main objective is solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society. This is achieved through high-quality, excellent and focused research, strong and strategic partnerships with leading universities and research groups, nationally and internationally. Simula provides independent, research-based advice to the Norwegian government on the risks and rewards of emerging technologies. Simula educates graduate students and the next generation of researchers and technology leaders that match societal needs. We promote an informed public conversation by sharing our knowledge and expertise. Simula works closely with industry and the public sector to turn knowledge into innovation and real-world impact. Simula promotes a culture of innovation, enabling commercialization and dissemination of research results by turning ideas into working solutions.

Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. In 2025, a recent evaluation ranked Simula the highest of all Norwegian research institutions regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in National EVALMIT rapport).

Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women to apply.                                                  

Simula has a close collaboration with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master's and PhD students conduct their research at Simula, and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.                                            

Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.

Learn more about Norway: Official travel guide to Norway

Simula is subject to the Security Act, and security clearance may be required for this position. We are using background checks in our recruitment process, and this will be adapted to the security requirements for this position.

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

Employment for this position will be made according to the act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.

Solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society.

Simula’s vision is to be an excellent research lab, educating future technology leaders and providing independent advice to the government. We want to be an innovator and innovation partner and apply our expertise to problems that matter. We do this by concentrating on five select research areas in ICT. 

Learn more about: working at Simula and careers at Simula

Project/Job description

In the Department of ComplexSE, we are currently looking for a PhD candidate at the Norwegian Quantum Software Center, a national research initiative dedicated to advancing quantum software research. The center concentrates on foundational research in software abstractions, automated quantum software development, circuit optimization, noise reduction, execution on near-term quantum hardware, and quantum artificial intelligence. NorQSoft partners with leading academic and industry nationally and internationally. 

This PhD project will focus on one of the following two topics:

Developing AI-based methods and tools for automated quantum software development. The research will investigate how techniques such as large language models and search-based methods can assist quantum programmers by helping with circuit generation, error detection, optimization, and providing meaningful explanations of quantum code.

Research automated quantum testing and debugging methods for quantum software, tackling challenges like the test oracle problem, creating effective test cases, and fault localization in quantum circuits. AI-powered techniques will be examined for detecting possible bugs, estimating quantum states during execution, and automatically generating and ranking candidate patches.                                                               

Candidate Profile

We are looking for interested candidates who have:

- Strong programming skills.

- Solid background in software engineering, such as software development, testing, or debugging.

- Strong background in AI-based software engineering (e.g., LLMs).

- Some experience with quantum computing platforms, such as IBM’s Qiskit

- Motivation to work on emerging technologies, particularly quantum computing.                                                                                            

Simula Offers

• Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers;
• An informal and inclusive international working environment;
• Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.
• Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo 
• A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 550 800.
• Numerous benefits: access to company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/health insurance policy, etc.
• Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc
• Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).
• Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being is a priority and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently. 

Application Requirements

Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:

• Curriculum vitae:  Summarize your educational background, working experience (in particular, any relevant academic or industrial work), list of scientific publications, etc.
• Cover letter: outline your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position;
• Other: transcripts from Bachelor and Master degrees (if applying for a PhD position), PhD thesis.

Application deadline

April 15, 2026

Contact

Additional enquiries regarding the position can be addressed to 

Shaukat Ali, shaukat@simula.no

About Simula and Norway

Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab located in Oslo, Norway. Simula conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, software engineering, communication systems, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. 

Simula's main objective is solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society. This is achieved through high-quality, excellent and focused research, strong and strategic partnerships with leading universities and research groups, nationally and internationally. Simula provides independent, research-based advice to the Norwegian government on the risks and rewards of emerging technologies. Simula educates graduate students and the next generation of researchers and technology leaders that match societal needs. We promote an informed public conversation by sharing our knowledge and expertise. Simula works closely with industry and the public sector to turn knowledge into innovation and real-world impact. Simula promotes a culture of innovation, enabling commercialization and dissemination of research results by turning ideas into working solutions.

Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. In 2025, a recent evaluation ranked Simula the highest of all Norwegian research institutions regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in National EVALMIT rapport).

Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women to apply.                                                  

Simula has a close collaboration with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master's and PhD students conduct their research at Simula, and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.                                            

Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.

Learn more about Norway: Official travel guide to Norway

Simula is subject to the Security Act, and security clearance may be required for this position. We are using background checks in our recruitment process, and this will be adapted to the security requirements for this position.

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

Employment for this position will be made according to the act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.

Spennende stillinger i skjæringspunktet mellom forskning og industri.

Simulas visjon er å være et fremragende forskningsmiljø som utdanner fremtidens teknologiledere og gir uavhengige råd til myndighetene. Vi ønsker å være en innovatør og innovasjonspartner, bruke vår ekspertise på problemer som betyr noe, og bygge bro mellom grunnleggende vitenskapelige oppdagelser og reelle utfordringer i samfunnet.

Vi styrker nå laget med nye stillinger som skal fungere som et bindeledd mellom grunnforskning og anvendelse, rettet mot både industrielle brukere og tverrfaglige vitenskapelige samarbeidspartnere. Som nytt medlem av teamet vårt vil du få en sentral rolle i å koble resultater og innsikt fra grunnforskning til virkelige problemer og applikasjoner, gjennom anvendt forskning og programvareløsninger av høy kvalitet.

Du vil bli med på spennende og utfordrende prosjekter innen ulike domener, fra medisinsk teknologi (f.eks. utvikling av modeller for persontilpasset medisin) til energi (f.eks. arbeid med ML-pipelines for å øke produksjonseffektiviteten), og mye mer. Du vil hjelpe kunder og samarbeidspartnere med å forstå deres behov, og oversette disse behovene til konkrete innovasjoner i tett samarbeid med andre forskere og ingeniører.

Kort fortalt, her er det du vil fokusere på:

• Delta i en rekke programvarebaserte prosjekter med eksterne kunder: forstå problemstillinger og innhente krav, oversette forretningsproblemer til tekniske krav, og gjøre data om til innsikt.
• Jobbe i team med forskere og ingeniører for å levere robuste programvareløsninger til grunnleggende og anvendte forskningsprosjekter.
• Initiere og delta i industrielle forskningsprosjekter, samarbeide om prosjektsøknader og drive FoU-prosesser.

Som kandidat til disse stillingene tror vi du kjenner deg igjen i det meste av følgende:

• Har en doktorgrad, eller mastergrad etterfulgt av minst 4 års erfaring, innen systemutvikling (Software Engineering), vitenskapelige beregninger (Scientific Computing) eller et relatert felt (f.eks. Data Science).
• Er lidenskapelig opptatt av programvareutvikling og teknologi, med dokumentert erfaring som profesjonell utvikler eller som bidragsyter til høykvalitets open source-prosjekter.
• Har anlegg for kundekommunikasjon og løsningsutvikling.
• Er en nysgjerrig og samarbeidsorientert person som setter kvalitet først.

I tillegg ser vi på følgende som en fordel:

• Beherske norsk som arbeidsspråk.
• Interesse for å lære nye teknologier og dele kunnskap med andre.
• Et relevant nettverk innen norsk industri og/eller offentlig sektor.
• Relevant forskningserfaring.
• Evne til å jobbe selvstendig og ta eierskap til oppgaver fra start til slutt, samtidig som du trives med teamarbeid. Erfaring med smidig (agile) prosjektledelse er et pluss.

Simula tilbyr:

• Utmerkede muligheter for å utføre forskning av høy kvalitet som en del av et svært kompetent og motivert team av internasjonale forskere og ingeniører.
• Et uformelt og inkluderende internasjonalt arbeidsmiljø.
• Støtte til reiser og muligheter for å bygge internasjonale nettverk gjennom etablert samarbeid med industrien, utvekslingsprogrammer og forskningsopphold ved andre universiteter, samt finansiering for å delta på konferanser.
• Moderne kontorlokaler sentralt i Oslo.
• Konkurransedyktig lønn.
• En rekke fordeler: tilgang til firmahytte, sponsede sosiale arrangementer, gode utstyrsbudsjetter (f.eks. datamaskin, telefon og abonnement), subsidiert kantine, omfattende reise- og helseforsikring, m.m.)
• Bistand ved flytting: bolig, visum, gratis norskkurs, osv.
• Balanse mellom arbeid og fritid. Våre ansattes helse og trivsel er en prioritet, og vi oppfordrer til bruk av våre fleksible arbeidsordninger for å balansere jobb og privatliv på en effektiv måte.

Søknadskrav:

Interesserte søkere bes sende et kort søknadsbrev, CV og karakterutskrift. Legg gjerne ved eksempler på referanseprosjekter, da vi verdsetter praktisk erfaring.

Simula benytter bakgrunnssjekk i rekrutteringsprosessen.

Ansettelse i denne stillingen vil skje i henhold til lov om kontroll med eksport av strategiske varer, tjenester og teknologi. Kandidater som etter vurdering av søknad og vedlegg anses å være i konflikt med eksportkontrollregelverket, vil ikke være aktuelle for stillingen. 

Søknadsfrist: 1. mai 2026.

Søknader vurderes fortløpende. Stillingene vil bli besatt så snart vi finner de rette kandidatene.

Kontakt:

For spørsmål om stillingene, vennligst kontakt: maria@simula.no

Om Simula:

Simula Research Laboratory AS er et offentlig eid forskningslaboratorium i Oslo. Simula driver forskning innen informasjons- og kommunikasjonsteknologi (IKT) på områdene vitenskapelige beregninger, systemutvikling, kommunikasjonssystemer, maskinlæring og cybersikkerhet.

Simulas hovedmål er å skape kunnskap om grunnleggende vitenskapelige utfordringer som har genuin verdi for samfunnet. Dette oppnås gjennom forskning av høy kvalitet, utdanning av doktorgradsstudenter, industrisamarbeid, teknologioverføring og kommersialisering. Siden 2001 har vitenskapelige evalueringer utført av Norges forskningsråd gjentatte ganger plassert Simula i forkant av internasjonal forskning innen IKT. I 2025 rangerte en ny evaluering Simula høyest av alle norske forskningsinstitusjoner når det gjelder innvirkning (impact) og publiseringskvalitet (se den nasjonale EVALMIT-rapporten, side 14).

Simula verdsetter mangfold. Vi har for tiden ca. 200 ansatte fra 35 land og streber etter å skape et familievennlig arbeidsmiljø. Vi er en arbeidsgiver som fremmer likestilling og oppfordrer kvinner til å søke.

I henhold til Offentleglova kan opplysninger om søkeren bli offentliggjort i søkerlisten, også i tilfeller der søkeren har bedt om unntak fra offentlighet.

Exciting positions bridging scientific research and industry.

Simula’s vision is to be an excellent research lab, educating future technology leaders and providing independent advice to the government. We want to be an innovator and innovation partner and apply our expertise to problems that matter, and to bridge the gap between fundamental scientific discovery and real-world challenges. 

We are currently strengthening our team with new positions that will act as a bridge between fundamental research and real-world applications, both towards industrial users and interdisciplinary scientific collaborators. As a new member of our team, you will have a central role in connecting results and insights from basic research to real-world problems and applications, through high-quality software solutions and applied research. You will be involved in exciting and challenging projects in different domains ranging from med-tech (e.g. developing models for personalized medicine) to energy (e.g. working on ML pipelines to increase production efficiency), and a lot more. You will help clients and collaborators understand their needs and translate those needs into tangible and novel innovations, in close collaboration with other scientists and engineers.

In short, here’s what you will focus on:

• Participate in a variety of software-based  projects with external customers: understand a problem and gather requirements, translate business problems into technical requirements and turn data into insights.
• Work in teams with scientists and engineers, providing robust software solutions for fundamental and applied research projects.
• Initiate and join industrial research projects, collaborate on project proposals and drive R&D processes.

As a candidate for these positions, we believe you recognize yourself in most of the following:

• Have a PhD, or a Master’s degree followed by at least 4 years of experience,  in Software Engineering, Scientific Computing and/ore.g. Data Science/Machine Learning.
• Be passionate about software development and technology, with documented experience as a professional developer or from strong contributions to high-quality open source projects.
• Have an aptitude for client communication and solution development.
• Be a curious and collaborative person that puts quality first.

In addition, we consider the following beneficial:

• Norwegian proficiency, or a demonstrated commitment to learning the language
• Interest in learning new technologies and sharing knowledge with others.
• A relevant network within Norwegian industry and/or public sector.
• Relevant research experience.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks from start to finish, while also enjoying teamwork. Experience in agile project management is a plus.

Simula Offers:

• Excellent opportunities for performing high quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers;
• An informal and inclusive international working environment;
• Support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences;
• Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo;
• A competitive salary;
• Numerous benefits: access to company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/health insurance policy, etc.
• Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc
• Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being is a priority and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their professional and private lives efficiently. 

Application Requirements:

Interested applicants should submit a short letter of motivation, Curriculum Vitae and transcripts. Feel free to add examples of reference projects as we value practical experience. Simula uses background checks in our recruitment process. 

Employment for this position will be made according to the act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position. Simula operates under the Security Act. Candidates may be required to undergo a security clearance process depending on the nature of their work.

Application deadline: May 1, 2026. 

Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. The positions will be filled as soon as we find the right candidates.

Contact:

For inquiries about the positions, please contact: maria@simula.no

About Simula:

Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab located in Oslo, Norway. Simula conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, software engineering, communication systems, machine learning and cybersecurity. 

Simula's main objective solve fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. In 2025, a new evaluation ranked Simula the highest of all Norwegian research institutions regarding impact and publication quality (see the national EVALMIT rapport, page 14).

Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women to apply.

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

If you are unable to find a suitable position in our list of current vacancies, you are welcome to submit an open application. Please fill out the form below and attach your CV and Cover letter.