Quantum Computing Research Scientist — Finance Impact Leader

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to advance algorithms, error correction, and simulations, influencing both theory and practical financial applications.

You will collaborate across hardware partners and business lines to tackle high-value computational problems, develop software for quantum and classical methods, and publish impactful results in top venues.

Qualifications

• PhD in CS, physics, mathematics, or related field with a research focus in quantum computing.
• Strong publication record in quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum complexity theory, quantum simulation, or computational finance.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or Julia.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey technical concepts to both specialist and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead original research in quantum computing spanning algorithms, error correction, compilation, simulation, or financial applications, and publish results in top-tier academic venues.
• Collaborate with quantum hardware partners to design and execute experiments on partially and fully fault-tolerant quantum devices.
• Partner with lines of business to identify, formalize, and solve high-value computational problems using quantum and advanced classical methods.
• Develop and maintain scientific software for algorithm development, circuit compilation, simulation, and benchmarking.

Skills

Python

C++

Julia

Communication

Education

PhD in CS/Physics/Math (quantum computing focus)

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to advance algorithms, error correction, and simulations, influencing both theory and practical financial applications.

You will collaborate across hardware partners and business lines to tackle high-value computational problems, develop software for quantum and classical methods, and publish impactful results in top venues.