Theoretical Quantum Physicist

Nord Quantique; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Moving support

5 weeks vacation

Group insurance

Virtual care

Lifestyle spending account

Job summary

Nord Quantique in Sherbrooke, QC, Canada, seeks a theoretical quantum physicist to join the theory and simulation team. The role focuses on bridging fault-tolerant quantum computing requirements with our bosonic error correction approach.

Relocation support is provided, including immigration help, housing assistance, and partner job support. Salary ranges from $115,000 to $135,000 CAD annually, with 5 weeks vacation and comprehensive benefits. English and/or French work language.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Quantum Computing or related field.
• Industrial research experience is an asset.
• Experience working with experimental teams is an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Numerical simulation of large-scale quantum circuits and noise models.
• Software development to bolster R&D tools.
• Collaborate across Nord Quantique teams on mission-critical projects.

Skills

Quantum computing knowledge

Research experience

Coding & numerical research

Strong organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Education

PhD in Quantum Computing or related field

Job description

Theoretical Quantum Physicist at Nord Quantique, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada. A mid-level full time position in the Engineering team, listed under research.

We are actively seeking a talented individual to contribute to devising pathways to bridge the gap between the requirements for large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computing and our current experimental implementation of quantum error correction based on bosonic codes. To achieve this ambitious goal, we are in search of an innovative candidate who will join our theory and simulation team.

Sought expertise

• Academic and/or industry research experience in quantum computing or adjacent fields,
• Experience in coding and numerical research,
• Strong organizational skills are essential, as you will likely work on complex projects with multiple components,
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Salary: $115,000 – $135,000

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Responsibilities

• Numerical simulation of large-scale quantum circuits: Simulating realistic noise models and control strategies in large-scale quantum circuits is a challenging task. This will necessitate innovative problem-solving to scale our simulation abilities.
• Software Development: You will contribute to the development of essential code to bolster our research and development tools.
• Collaboration: In our collaborative work environment, you will have the opportunity to engage in mission-critical projects that involve collaborations across all teams in Nord Quantique. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are required, as you will be an integral part of a team-driven approach to problem-solving.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Quantum Computing or a related field, as well as relevant postdoctoral experience in theoretical quantum computing research.
• Experience conducting industrial research in the field of quantum computing or related fields is an asset.
• Experience working with experimental teams is an asset.
• Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to rapidly changing environments, as the goals and priorities in the context of a deep tech startup are dynamic and evolving.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: Collaboration is key in scientific and quantum computing research, so a team-oriented mindset is highly valued.
• Thorough and Systematic: Attention to detail, thoroughness, and a systematic approach to problem-solving are crucial in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results and conclusions.
• Prioritization and Coordination: The ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate actions is essential, especially when working on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Experience in one or more of the following fields is an asset: practical near-term implementations of quantum error correction, quantum error correction and fault tolerant quantum computation, bosonic quantum error correcting codes, circuit quantum electrodynamics, near-term and fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, quantum control.
• Experience with software development and software best practices is an advantage.
• Experience in high-performance computation is beneficial.
• Experience working with experimental teams is an asset.