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Quantum Machine Learning and Quantum Graph Neural Networks for Enhanced Wildfire and Air Quality Management

Pasadena, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

ORAU is involved with the NASA Postdoctoral Program, offering research opportunities to advance NASA's missions. The role focuses on leveraging quantum computing and machine learning techniques to enhance wildfire monitoring and air quality management using NASA's satellite observations.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Integrate Quantum Graph Neural Networks (QGNNs) and quantum-assisted neural networks with classical methods like Knowledge Graphs and Geometric Deep Learning (GDL) to enhance wildfire smoke plume detection

Evaluate quantum computing's accuracy and speed advantages and compare results with classical approaches

Utilize advanced quantum hardware to explore the scalability and precision of quantum methods for processing complex, high-dimensional datasets

Deliver open-source code, comparative analyses, and peer-reviewed publications contributing to NASA’s Earth science objectives

Qualification

Quantum computingMachine learningEnvironmental data analysisQuantum Graph Neural NetworksGeometric Deep LearningIBM QiskitSpatiotemporal datasetsPythonKnowledge GraphsMulti-variable optimization

Required

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Physics, Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, or a related field, with a focus on quantum computing, machine learning, or spatiotemporal data analysis

Proficiency in quantum computing frameworks such as IBM Qiskit or similar platforms

Strong knowledge of machine learning techniques, including Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) and Geometric Deep Learning (GDL)

Experience with handling large-scale spatiotemporal datasets and satellite data

Familiarity with Knowledge Graphs and multi-variable optimization methods

Expertise in Python and other relevant programming languages

Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen

Degree: Doctoral Degree

Preferred

Experience in cloud-based or high-performance computing environments

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ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security.

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