Quantum Materials Scientist — Chemistry Innovation

QuEra Computing, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing, Inc. in Boston, MA seeks a Quantum Scientist focused on materials and chemistry. You will develop and adapt quantum algorithms, quantify resource needs on neutral-atom hardware, and align algorithmic approaches with architecture and roadmaps.

Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to translate scientific goals into concrete workloads and hardware demonstrations; publish results and drive project execution.

Qualifications

• PhD in theoretical physics, chemistry, CS or related field, or equivalent research experience.
• Extensive research with publications in quantum algorithms or quantum simulation.
• Knowledge of quantum algorithms for materials and chemistry.
• Knowledge of quantum error correction.
• Strong scientific programming skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate across disciplines and institutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adapt quantum algorithms for materials and chemistry problems, together with collaborators.
• Lead resource estimation to assess requirements on neutral-atom hardware.
• Co-design algorithms, compilation, and error-correction strategies for QuEra’s architecture.
• Support emulation and hardware demonstrations with internal teams.
• Represent QuEra in collaborative projects through reports, reviews, and publications.

Skills

Quantum algorithms knowledge

Quantum error correction

Scientific programming

Independent work & communication

Education

PhD in theoretical physics, chemistry, CS, or related field

Job description

QuEra Computing, Inc. in Boston, MA seeks a Quantum Scientist focused on materials and chemistry. You will develop and adapt quantum algorithms, quantify resource needs on neutral-atom hardware, and align algorithmic approaches with architecture and roadmaps.

Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to translate scientific goals into concrete workloads and hardware demonstrations; publish results and drive project execution.