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At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are looking to hire a quantum scientist with experience developing and simulating quantum error correction protocols. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch!


What You'll Accomplish

  • Simulate and design experiments to characterise error correction protocols.
  • Tailor quantum error correction protocols to leverage the strengths of the underlying hardware.
  • Design experiments to characterise the noise profile of physical qubits.
  • Perform resource estimation for large-scale applications through the lens of quantum error correction.
  • Advice on hardware choices and software control to optimise the performance of quantum error correction in both the near and far term.

Requirements

The most critical attributes we'll use to compare candidates:



  • Experience with developing, simulating, and modifying quantum error correction protocols.
  • Working knowledge of benchmarking procedures.
  • Experience with error mitigation and compilation techniques
  • Ability to perform simulation and modelling to inform experiments.

Must-have

  • PhD or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving quantum error correction development and research.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published research results.
  • Strong organisational skills and experience working and negotiating with customers and partners.

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of quantum algorithms and applications
  • Knowledge of tools such as Qiskit, Stim
  • Proficient in Python.

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don't match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match.


Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited holiday allowance, flexible working options, 10% matching pension, generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, and relocation support.


We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion

At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. As a proud signatory of the Tech Talent Charter (TTC), we have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. This includes pledging to collaborate and share best practices with others, to continuously develop plans to drive inclusion across our business, and to collect and share our diversity data annually. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.


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