Quantum QEC Postdoc: Architecting Neutral-Atom Systems

QuEra Computing Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing Inc. in Boston, MA, seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to advance quantum error correction (QEC) within our neutral-atom quantum computing program. You will design and test QEC schemes, interface with hardware teams, and push concepts toward practical implementations.

The role is fixed-term and research-driven, with opportunities to publish and contribute to patent filings. A PhD in Physics, CS, or Quantum Information and a track record in QEC are required; preferred experience with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Quantum Information, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in quantum error correction.
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Familiarity with experimental quantum computing platforms (atom arrays).
• Proficiency in numerical simulation and scientific programming.
• Experience with decoders or machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel QEC schemes with lower overhead in space and time.
• Design QEC schemes suited to neutral atom platforms and collaborate with software teams on their simulation and implementation.
• Propose and evaluate scalable quantum architectures, error correction schemes, and control strategies.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to guide system design, interpret results, and validate models.
• Contribute to technical publications, white papers, and patent filings.
• Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and external scientific outreach (e.g., conferences, workshops).

Job description

QuEra Computing Inc. in Boston, MA, seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to advance quantum error correction (QEC) within our neutral-atom quantum computing program. You will design and test QEC schemes, interface with hardware teams, and push concepts toward practical implementations.

The role is fixed-term and research-driven, with opportunities to publish and contribute to patent filings. A PhD in Physics, CS, or Quantum Information and a track record in QEC are required; preferred experience with