Senior Quantum Computational Materials Scientist

Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States; Workplace: Hybrid

Annual compensation: $120,000–$175,000, depending on experience.

Company

hirify.global develops mathematical foundations and quantum algorithms for real-world quantum computing applications, including materials and molecular systems.

What you will do

• Conduct theoretical and applied research on near-term quantum computing algorithms, applications, and enabling theoretical technologies.
• Guide and coordinate materials research efforts in the US in collaboration with the Head of the US office and the materials team lead.
• Develop research on algorithm design, optimization, implementation, resource analysis, and classical and quantum simulation benchmarking.
• Deliver publications, presentations, patent applications, and other research outputs.
• Coordinate interactions with stakeholders on US-based collaborations involving quantum computing for materials simulation and discovery.
• Contribute to new research directions and collaborative scientific work across the international team.

Requirements

• Expertise in applied and theoretical computational materials science or a closely related field.
• PhD in ab initio electronic structure methods, theory and computation, chemistry, physics, materials science, or a closely related discipline.
• Independent research experience with a strong publication track record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to lead research efforts and independently write effective grant applications.
• Interest in near-term quantum computing and flexibility to work across different aspects of quantum algorithms.

Nice to have

• Experience in materials discovery and machine learning methods for improving workflows.
• Experience with DFT++ approaches such as DMFT, DMET, or GW.
• Experience with high-throughput materials screening applications.
• Experience leading complex collaborative research projects or growing a team of scientists.
• Enthusiasm for learning and novel research.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaboration across a small international team of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Unlimited annual leave.