Quantum Innovation Postdoctoral Fellow - Quantum Applications
Required skills
- Quantum Applications
- Quantum Innovation
- Postdoctoral Fellow
- Quantum Physics
- Quantum Error Correction
- Quantum Machine Learning
- Neutral Atom Quantum Computing
- Quantum Algorithms
- Quantum Architectures
- Python
Nice to have
- Neutral Atom Platforms
- Rydberg Physics
- Optical Lattices
- Tweezer Arrays
- Theoretical Modeling
- Atomic Systems
Role summary
QuEra Computing is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Quantum Innovation to research and develop new quantum computing applications and algorithms for neutral atom platforms. This fixed-term role involves designing quantum protocols, evaluating architectures and error correction schemes, and exploring applications in simulation, optimization, and machine learning. The fellow will collaborate with internal teams, contribute to publications, and potentially use AI coding agents. A Ph.D. in a related field and strong background in quantum information science are required, with familiarity in neutral atom platforms and AI coding agents being preferred.
About the Role
QuEra Computing, Inc. is seeking a talented and driven Postdoctoral Fellow with a background in quantum physics, quantum error correction or quantum machine learning to contribute to our neutral atom quantum computing research and innovation efforts. This role is a fixed-term assignment. The ideal candidate will help develop new quantum computing applications, design and evaluate quantum algorithms that inform both near-term applications and long-term architectures. This is a unique opportunity to shape the design direction of one of the most promising quantum computing platforms, while working in close collaboration with QuEra scientists, engineers, and product teams in an industry setting.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000.
We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.
QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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