Regional Quantum Partnerships Director

PsiQuantum; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 207,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Equity grants

Wellness benefits

Paid leave programs

Company-designated holidays

Job summary

PsiQuantum in Chicago leads the U.S.’s largest quantum computing project and seeks a Senior Director, Technology Partnerships to bridge PsiQuantum’s technical teams with external partners. You will build strategic university and national lab collaborations, shape joint programs, and secure federal funding while aligning with PsiQuantum’s roadmap and business priorities.

The role requires Ph.D., 10+ years, exceptional communication, and the ability to operate across academia, industry, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant technical field with strong research background.
• Proven ability to translate academic work into partnered programs.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop PsiQuantum's regional technology partnerships strategy in Chicago.
• Represent PsiQuantum to universities, labs, and research consortia.
• Evaluate collaborations and transition them into funded projects.
• Coordinate with federal partnerships and internal sponsors.

Skills

Technical partnerships

Public speaking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant technical field

Job description

PsiQuantum in Chicago leads the U.S.’s largest quantum computing project and seeks a Senior Director, Technology Partnerships to bridge PsiQuantum’s technical teams with external partners. You will build strategic university and national lab collaborations, shape joint programs, and secure federal funding while aligning with PsiQuantum’s roadmap and business priorities.

The role requires Ph.D., 10+ years, exceptional communication, and the ability to operate across academia, industry, and