Quantum Chemistry Scientist: Algorithms & Applications

Xanadu; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Xanadu is hiring a quantum scientist to join a technical team focused on fault-tolerant quantum algorithms and chemistry applications. You will contribute to discovering advanced algorithms, optimize performance, and identify high-value applications across industries, collaborating with software, hardware, and business teams.

You will author papers and reports, support patent filings, and present findings to partners and at premier conferences, working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Physics, or related quantitative discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong track record in computational chemistry and quantum computing (publications, patents, or technical work).
• Deep knowledge of quantum chemistry methods for ground and excited states (DFT, CASSCF/CASCI, MRCI, DMRG, CC, QMC, etc.).
• Fundamental concepts in quantum algorithms (Hamiltonian simulation, Trotter, QSP, LCU, amplitude amplification, QPE, QROM).
• Expertise in applications related to quantum chemistry, materials science, pharmaceuticals, etc.
• Ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary team and drive independent research.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong self-management to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and pioneer innovative quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers for chemistry applications.
• Radically improve algorithm efficiency by reducing qubit counts, gate complexity, and resources.
• Identify high-value applications targeted at chemistry-related focus industries.
• Demonstrate feasibility and scalability of new algorithms vs state-of-the-art classical methods.
• Collaborate with PennyLane software developers to create state-of-the-art tools for quantum research.
• Publish papers, technical reports, and documentation; support IP filings.
• Present research findings to strategic partners and premier conferences.

Skills

Quantum chemistry

Quantum algorithms

Publications/patents

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Self-management

Python programming

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Physics or related

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

PySCF

Gaussian

Q-Chem

Psi4

NWChem

MOLCAS

GAMESS

Job description

Xanadu is hiring a quantum scientist to join a technical team focused on fault-tolerant quantum algorithms and chemistry applications. You will contribute to discovering advanced algorithms, optimize performance, and identify high-value applications across industries, collaborating with software, hardware, and business teams.

You will author papers and reports, support patent filings, and present findings to partners and at premier conferences, working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary