Quantum Applications Scientist

Responsibilities

• Co-design novel quantum simulation applications for QuEra’s neutral-atom hardware
• Collaborate with academic collaborators, clients, and business partners on quantum simulation algorithms and new application pipelines
• Address challenges in quantum materials simulation, quantum chemistry, and nuclear physics

Requirements

• Ph.D. in physics, computer science, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong background in quantum computing and/or quantum algorithms
• Expertise in quantum simulation applications (condensed matter physics, quantum materials, nuclear physics, quantum chemistry)
• Expertise in numerical simulation techniques for many-body systems and/or quantum circuits
• Experience with quantum circuit programming and compilation tools such as Cirq, Qiskit, Tket, or CUDA-Q
• Exceptional publication record in relevant fields
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of quantum error correction schemes and quantum simulation in the fault-tolerant era
• Experience translating theoretical ideas and protocols to quantum computing hardware
• Experience with or knowledge of neutral-atom quantum hardware
• Experience in software engineering and high-performance computing

About the Company

QuEra Computing UK develops neutral-atom quantum computing hardware and is committed to cultivating a diverse, equal-opportunity work environment.