Scientist – Quantum Algorithms for Differential Equations

Job Description

Job Title: Research Scientist – Quantum Algorithms for Differential Equations. Location: Dublin, Ireland

Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine quantum algorithms for solving classical differential equations using Hamiltonian and dissipative simulations.
• Construct block-encodings of discretized operators and apply LCU, QSP/SVT, and qubitization techniques.
• Formalize oracles and data access models for operator sparsity, boundary conditions, and state preparation;
• Analyze query and gate complexity, robustness, and precision while benchmarking quantum pipelines against classical baselines.
• Estimate fault-tolerant resources including qubit count, T-count, and depth under error-correction assumptions.
• Collaborate with the quantum information, numerical algorithms, and dynamical systems communities, contributing to publications and open-source projects.

Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent experience in Quantum Information, Quantum Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with at least two of Hamiltonian simulation, LCU/QSP/SVT/qubitization, amplitude amplification, or query/gate complexity analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with Qiskit; ability to rapidly adapt to new software tools.
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of quantum algorithm design and implementation;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interacting with internal teams and external researchers.

Preferred:

• Publications in top-tier journals in quantum algorithms or information.
• Experience with fault-tolerant resource estimation and surface-code logical qubits.
• Knowledge of numerical analysis concepts like conditioning and preconditioning for benchmarking.
• Hands-on experience with collaborative workflows (Git/GitHub) and quantum demonstrations.
• Ability to contribute to proposals, grants, and community engagement activities.

Benefits / Instructions:

• Work onsite in Dublin, Ireland with potential travel as required.
• Join a leading research environment driving breakthroughs in quantum computing and HPC;
• Opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with top researchers, and contributions to open-source quantum tools.