Remote Principal Quantum Scientist: Algorithms & Research

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,604,000 - 3,438,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Quantum Computing Scientist to lead theoretical and computational research in a fully remote research division. You will design quantum algorithms, simulate architectures, and collaborate with international teams of physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists from diverse locations.

The role emphasizes publishing in top journals, mentoring junior researchers, and contributing to intellectual property strategies, with flexible global collaboration at its

Qualifications

• PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field with specialization in quantum information or computation.
• 10+ years of extensive research experience in quantum computing with significant contributions to the field.
• Proficiency in quantum programming languages and simulators and ability to lead complex research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead theoretical and computational research in quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and quantum machine learning.
• Design and simulate novel quantum computing architectures and protocols.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to translate theory into practice.
• Develop and validate quantum software tools and frameworks.
• Publish research findings in leading journals and present at international conferences.
• Mentor junior researchers and guide the scientific direction of the team.
• Identify new research avenues and potential applications for quantum computing.
• Contribute to IP strategies and patent planning.
• Maintain rigorous scientific methodology across research activities.

Skills

Quantum computing expertise

Research leadership

Quantum algorithms

Remote collaboration

Publications

Education

PhD in Quantum Physics / CS / Math

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

PennyLane

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Quantum Computing Scientist to lead theoretical and computational research in a fully remote research division. You will design quantum algorithms, simulate architectures, and collaborate with international teams of physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists from diverse locations.

The role emphasizes publishing in top journals, mentoring junior researchers, and contributing to intellectual property strategies, with flexible global collaboration at its