Remote Lead Quantum Computing Researcher

Placements24; Southampton; A distancia; GBP 140.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary package

Global health benefits

Stock options

Flexible remote work arrangement

Unlimited paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Quantum Computing Researcher to drive innovation and manage groundbreaking projects in a fully remote role. You will develop novel quantum algorithms, explore hardware architectures, and mentor a global team of scientists and engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in quantum-related fields, with 7+ years of post-doctoral or industrial experience and a proven ability to translate theory into practical solutions. Strong publication record expected.

Formación

• PhD in Quantum Computing or related field with strong quantum theory foundation.
• 7+ years postdoc or industry experience in quantum computing research.
• Ability to translate theory into practical algorithms and hardware concepts.

Responsabilidades

• Lead RD of advanced quantum algorithms for applications like chemistry and optimization.
• Design novel quantum hardware architectures and error correction schemes.
• Develop quantum software frameworks across languages and platforms.
• Collaborate with international team of experts and mentor junior researchers.
• Publish results in top journals and present at conferences.
• Contribute to IP and patent activities.

Conocimientos

Quantum leadership

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Effective communication

Educación

PhD in Quantum Computing

Herramientas

Qiskit

Cirq

PennyLane

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Quantum Computing Researcher to drive innovation and manage groundbreaking projects in a fully remote role. You will develop novel quantum algorithms, explore hardware architectures, and mentor a global team of scientists and engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in quantum-related fields, with 7+ years of post-doctoral or industrial experience and a proven ability to translate theory into practical solutions. Strong publication record expected.