Assistant Professor
School of Science and Engineering
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen
Research Interest: Theoretical Chemistry, Quantum Computing
Dr. Weitang Li obtained his Ph.D. degree in Chemistry at Tsinghua University in 2022 under the supervision of Prof. Zhigang Shuai. After graduation, he worked in Tencent Quantum Lab as a senior researcher. He joined The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen as a tenure-track assistant professor in Sept. 2024.
Dr. Li’s research interest lies at the interface of cutting-edge computational methods and chemistry/material science. He develops quantum algorithms and packages that empower quantum computers to tackle complex chemistry problems. He is also interested in machine learning and tensor network algorithms for the simulation of bio-molecules and novel organic materials.
Dr. Li has published more than 20 papers in journals including Nature Communications, Chemical Science, Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters and Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation. His thesis work was recognized with the Excellent Doctoral Thesis Award in Theoretical Chemistry (2023). In 2023, Dr. Li's was included in the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program.
Studying the theoretical frameworks that underpin chemical interactions and reactions, aiming to predict the properties of novel molecules and materials.
Develop new algorithms based on quantum computers that can solve complex problems more efficiently than classical computers.
Investigation of advanced machine learning techniques for data analysis and predictive modeling for chemistry and materials.
Investigating tensor network methods for efficiently representing quantum states and their applications in theoretical chemistry.
Graduate Programs: We invite PhD and MPhil applicants with backgrounds in chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer science, or related fields to join our team. We offer full scholarships to exceptional candidates, along with internship opportunities at leading tech companies. For more details of the programs, please visit the official website.
Post-Doc Openings: We are looking for post-doctoral candidates with a strong background in quantum computing, machine learning, tensor network methods, or theoretical chemistry. The annual salary is no less than 400,000 CNY before tax.
If you are interested, please email Dr. Li with your personal statement and CV attached.