Quantum Algorithms Scientist - London, United Kingdom - Phasecraft

Description

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK.

In 2023 we completed a £13m Series A funding round led by leading Silicon Valley deep tech VC, Playground Global.

Phasecraft's unprecedented access to today's best quantum computers - through partnerships with Google, IBM, and Rigetti - provides us with unique opportunities to develop foundational IP, inform the development of next-generation quantum hardware, and accelerate commercialisation of high-value breakthroughs.

We are looking to hire a Quantum Algorithms Scientist to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the theory of algorithms for gate-model quantum computers or related topics in quantum computing theory, quantum information theory or related areas of quantum theory.

Their work will contribute to Phasecraft's goal of developing quantum algorithms for near-term quantum computers, and may encompass topics such as algorithm optimization and design, quantum codes, resource analysis, error mitigation, and hardware benchmarking.

They will have the opportunity to grow a portfolio of research activity across the breadth of Phasecraft's interests.
Job DescriptionUndertake theoretical and/or applied research on near-term quantum computing algorithms, applications and/or enabling theoretical technologiesHelp to author publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the researchWork collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD studentsOther activities as required to support the growth and success of PhasecraftRequirementsEssential criteria:Expertise in quantum information and/or computation theoryPhD (or soon to receive one) in quantum information, quantum computation theory, theoretical computer science, theoretical physics, or closely related fieldAbility to work independently on research projects and to work in a teamStrong publication track-record in relevant disciplineFlexibility to work across different aspects of quantum software and underpinning theoryFlexibility to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the companyDesirable criteria:An interest in near-term quantum computingEither experience of implementing algorithms on quantum hardware and/or in classical emulation; or strong theoretical/mathematical research track-record with an interest in applying this to quantum computing; or software development skills and experienceEnthusiasm for learning and novel researchExcellent communication skills