Quantum Scientist: Applied QEC (Hybrid + Equity)

Riverlane; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Contributory pension

Equity

28 days leave

Job summary

Riverlane in Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Quantum Scientist to join the Research team. You will design, run and interpret quantum computing experiments and contribute to Riverlane’s internal research in QEC.

This hybrid, permanent role offers flexible full- or part-time options with a salary of £70,000 to £108,000 DOE and a comprehensive benefits package including equity, pension and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Experimental Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Research experience in quantum computing, gained in academia or industry.
• Experience designing, running and analysing experiments or simulations using research-grade tools.
• An interest in quantum error correction and applying research in real-world settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting or discussing technical work.
• Comfort with collaborating with customers and partners as part of the role.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute quantum computing experiments with partners.
• Analyse results and contribute to internal QEC research.
• Collaborate with customers to set up experiments and address technical challenges.
• Present results at meetings, workshops and conferences.
• Work with internal teams to resolve issues and advance projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Willingness to travel

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

Riverlane in Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Quantum Scientist to join the Research team. You will design, run and interpret quantum computing experiments and contribute to Riverlane’s internal research in QEC.

This hybrid, permanent role offers flexible full- or part-time options with a salary of £70,000 to £108,000 DOE and a comprehensive benefits package including equity, pension and private medical insurance.