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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 in the UK and opened an office in Washington DC in 2024, led by Steve Flammia. In 2025 we completed a $34m Series B funding round co-led by Plural, existing investor Playground Global, and Novo Holdings’ Quantum Fund in its first direct quantum software investment.\nPhasecraft’s unprecedented access to today’s best quantum computers - through partnerships with Google, IBM, Quantinuum and QuEra - provides us with unique opportunities to develop foundational IP, inform the development of next-generation quantum hardware, and accelerate commercialization of high-value breakthroughs.\nOne of the key applications of Phasecraft’s quantum algorithms is to modelling materials and molecular systems, where we have demonstrated significant reductions in cost compared with the state-of-the-art.\nOn the back of these breakthroughs, we are now looking to hire a Senior Quantum Computational Materials Scientist to join our team in Washington DC. In this newly created role, you will play a key role in guiding and coordinating the materials team’s research efforts in the US, working closely with the Head of the US office and the materials team lead at Phasecraft.\nThe ideal candidate will have extensive experience of research in the theory and application of computational techniques to materials or chemistry simulation, with an interest in applying algorithms for quantum computers to computational materials science. Their work will contribute to Phasecraft’s goal of developing quantum algorithms for near-term quantum computers, and may encompass topics such as algorithm design, optimization and implementation, resource analysis, classical and quantum simulation benchmarking. They will have the opportunity to direct and grow a portfolio of research activity across the breadth of Phasecraft’s interests.\nJob Description\nTake the role of a senior member of a talented team of scientists undertaking theoretical and applied research on near-term quantum computing algorithms, applications and enabling theoretical technologies.\nTake initiative within the team to deliver publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the research.\nBe a focal point for Phasecraft's interaction with stakeholders on US based collaborations applying quantum computing to materials simulation and discovery.\nContribute to new research directions ensuring alignment with the company’s overall science strategy.\nWork within the team to promote an environment of collaboration across a small international team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students.\nOther activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft.\nRequirements\nEssential Criteria\nExpertise in applied and theoretical computational materials science or closely related field.\nPhD in (ab initio) electronic structure methods, theory and computation, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related field.\nProven track record of working independently on research projects.\nDeep expertise and an excellent publication track-record in relevant discipline.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to disseminate research results to technical and non-technical audiences.\nA deep understanding of the requirements of different funding sources, and the ability to lead efforts and independently write effective grant applications.\nFlexibility to work across different aspects of quantum algorithms, and to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the company.\nAn interest in near-term quantum computing.\nDesirable criteria\nExperience in materials discovery and use of machine learning methods to enhance workflows.\nExperience in DFT++ approaches, such as DMFT, DMET, GW etc.\nExperience in high throughput materials screening applications. \nDemonstrable experience in leading multiple complex and collaborative scientific research projects.\nExperience in developing and growing a team of scientists, promoting an appropriate culture for continuous improvement and knowledge exchange.\nEnthusiasm for learning and novel research.\nBenefits\n The annual compensation range for this role is $120,000 - 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