Quantum Algorithms Intern: Build & Optimize Fault-Tolerant Qubits

PsiQuantum; Daresbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum is seeking enthusiastic candidates for internships focusing on quantum computing applications in chemistry, drug design, materials science, and fluid dynamics. Responsibilities include developing quantum algorithms, optimizing fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, and compiling these algorithms to logical gate sets. Candidates should either be completing a postgraduate degree in related fields or have extensive professional experience. Join us to tackle real-world challenges in quantum computing.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for, or completed a postgraduate degree related to quantum algorithms, quantum circuit compilation, fault tolerance, or another aspect of quantum computing OR 5+ years working professionalism.
• Experience with programming languages and collaborative software development tools.
• A creative and adaptable approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Development of quantum algorithms to solve impactful problems.
• Optimization of ubiquitous subroutines in fault‑tolerant quantum algorithms.
• Compilation of quantum algorithms to logical gate sets.
• Incorporation of architecture‑aware optimizations.
• Estimation of quantum resources.

Skills

Programming languages (e.g. Python)

Collaborative software development tools (e.g. Git)

Problem solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Postgraduate degree related to quantum algorithms or quantum computing

Job description

PsiQuantum is seeking enthusiastic candidates for internships focusing on quantum computing applications in chemistry, drug design, materials science, and fluid dynamics. Responsibilities include developing quantum algorithms, optimizing fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, and compiling these algorithms to logical gate sets. Candidates should either be completing a postgraduate degree in related fields or have extensive professional experience. Join us to tackle real-world challenges in quantum computing.