Quantum Modeling & Simulation Scientist

Metric; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric is seeking researchers in quantum science to develop and refine theoretical and numerical models of quantum systems and related physical processes.

You will investigate quantum dynamics, coherence, interactions, noise, and control while building simulation tools to support research, system design, and technology development. Collaborative work with theorists, experimentalists, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams will be essential to translate insights into practical recommendations.

Qualifications

• PhD in a physics-related field is required or highly preferred.
• Experience in theoretical modelling, computational physics, or quantum research.
• Strong understanding of quantum mechanics and scientific programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop theoretical and numerical models of quantum systems and physical processes.
• Investigate quantum dynamics, coherence, interactions, noise, and control.
• Build simulation tools to support research, system design, and technology development.
• Translate theoretical insights into practical recommendations for experimental research and hardware development.
• Collaborate with theoretical and experimental physicists, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Theoretical modelling

Computational physics

Quantum mechanics

Scientific programming

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

PhD in physics or related

Job description

Metric is seeking researchers in quantum science to develop and refine theoretical and numerical models of quantum systems and related physical processes.

You will investigate quantum dynamics, coherence, interactions, noise, and control while building simulation tools to support research, system design, and technology development. Collaborative work with theorists, experimentalists, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams will be essential to translate insights into practical recommendations.