Quantum Information Researcher

Equal1; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum technology firm in Dublin is seeking a skilled researcher to advance its quantum technology focus on error mitigation and benchmarking techniques. Ideal candidates will hold an MSc or PhD in quantum computation or related fields and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Strong programming skills and effective collaboration in research environments are essential. This role involves simulation, implementation, and preparation of research outputs, contributing to the firm's cutting-edge projects in quantum computing.

Qualifications

• A track record of publications and effective collaboration in research teams.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in quantum computing.
• Ability to work on both theoretical and practical levels.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop quantum error mitigation techniques.
• Simulate and implement techniques for quantum hardware.
• Prepare research outputs for publication and presentations.

Skills

Research and development of quantum error mitigation

Collaboration in research teams

Excellent communication skills

Programming skills in Python

Education

MSc or PhD in quantum computation or mathematical physics

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated researcher to join our Theory of Quantum Computing (TQC) team. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing Equal1’s quantum technology through noise characterisation, benchmarking techniques, mathematical modelling, and simulation of quantum error mitigation protocols, tailored to our hardware specifications (noise characteristics, qubit topology, and resource constraints).

You will collaborate closely with the Algorithms and Quantum Measurements teams to support the implementation of relevant techniques, analyse and interpret results, and deliver clear reports and presentations on performance across a range of quantum protocols.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and development of modern quantum error mitigation, noise characterisation and benchmarking techniques.

• Simulation and implementation of the relevant techniques for Equal1’s hardware platform.

• Prepare research outputs for publication, conference presentation, and internal technical documentation.

• Work in collaboration with the Algorithms team to develop/improve new algorithms and mitigation techniques.

• Maintain continuous awareness of global developments in quantum error mitigation and hybrid computation methods.

• Participate in internal seminars and contribute to cross-functional knowledge exchange.

Experience and Qualifications

Required

• MSc. or PhD in quantum computation or theoretical/mathematical physics, or similar work experience in industry.

• A track record of publications and effective collaboration in research teams.

• Min. 2 years of experience working in quantum computing.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work at both the theoretical level and the practical level.

• Good programming skills (preferably Python).

Desired Experience

• Experience in working with semiconductor spin-based qubits.

• Proficiency in hardware-aware design for spin-based qubit systems.

• Experience with Stochastic Processes.

• Experience with Quantum Error Mitigation algorithms.

• Experience with informationally complete measurements, gate-set tomography, and classical shadows.