Research Scientist, Quantum Chemistry

Quantinuum
London
2 weeks ago
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Are you ready to push the boundaries of what's possible in quantum computing? Quantinuum is seeking 3 passionate and creative Research Scientists to delve into the applications of quantum computing for simulating molecules and materials at an ab initio level. This is your chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and real-world industrial challenges, where your research can lead to ground-breaking discoveries in drug research, catalyst design, advanced materials, and beyond. You will work in an established team, all 3 positions are growth roles in this team.
In this role you will construct the atomistic models, test the quantum algorithms on them, provide critical analysis and work on possible improvements to them. As many of these projects are developed in collaboration with industrial partners, you will also assist in communications with them. In addition to this main task, you will contribute to other activities in the team, like the implementation and testing of new algorithms for InQuanto, our quantum chemistry on quantum computers platform, or research and development of new methods for quantum chemistry simulation on quantum computers. You'll be supported by our team of quantum algorithms researchers and our software engineers and will also benefit from collaborations with teams dedicated to other aspects of quantum computing like quantum compilation, error correction and mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing and delivering projects related to the modelling of molecules and materials of industrial interest by applying quantum algorithms developed at Quantinuum, assessing their performance and investigating improvements
  • Collaborating with researchers and software engineers in the chemistry team to implement new algorithms and software solutions
  • Providing scientific support in communications with customers
  • Keeping up to date with the literature of the field
  • Producing analysis and reports
  • Attending conferences and meetings with scientific customers and collaborators

Key Requirements:

  • A strong research record in theoretical, computational or mathematical physics, chemistry, materials science or applied mathematics
  • Expertise of modelling either solid-state or molecular systems using electronic structure methods for systems of industrial interest
  • Good experience in scientific coding will be essential
  • Knowledge of Python

Qualifications:

  • A Masters degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related discipline.

Desirable Skills:

  • Knowledge of quantum computing and quantum algorithms for chemistry.
  • Experience in mathematical modelling and theory development
  • A PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related discipline.
  • Experience with version control (git).
  • Experience communicating with partners with a scientific background
What is in it for you?
Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, 28 days of paid holiday (in addition to public holidays), a workplace pension, a positive approach to flexible working and enhanced parental and adoption benefits.

About Us:
Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
Quantinuum is the world's largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum's technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements:https://www.quantinuum.com/news

Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.



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