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Quantum Information Scientist

HRL
Posted March 14, 2025

Malibu, California

Not Specified

$132,765 - $165,983

Full Time

Job Description

The Quantum Information Scientist is responsible for designing and analyzing protocols and architectures for quantum information science applications, while also presenting technical findings and collaborating effectively within a team. The role requires a Ph.D. and expertise in quantum information theory, algorithms, and high-performance computing.

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze protocols and architectures for quantum information science applications
  • Present ideas and results in technical presentations and write technical papers, reports, and proposals
  • Collaborate effectively in a team environment
  • Conduct research in quantum information science, including fault tolerance protocols and algorithm analysis
  • Develop and analyze algorithms and their high-performance implementations

Requirements

  • Demonstrated research experience in quantum information science including the development and analysis of fault tolerance protocols, analysis of algorithms, and various applications of quantum information theory.
  • In depth understanding of multiple aspects of quantum information theory.
  • Coursework or experience in theoretical computer science, mathematics, and information theory, including the development and analysis of algorithms.
  • Experience with development, analysis, and high-performance implementation of algorithms.
  • Knowledge of discrete mathematics, numerical analysis and scientific computing techniques.
  • Experience with high-performance scientific computing in Python and/or C++11.
  • Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics.
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain US Government security clearances as required.

Benefits

  • Compensation/salary range: 132,765 - 165,983
  • Work schedule: full-time
  • Additional benefits: potential bonus

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