Quantum Phase Estimation (QPE) jobs

Staff Research Scientist (Quantum for AI-Accelerated Materials Discovery, 2-year term)

University of Toronto · Posted Nov 11, 2026

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
On-site
Full-time · Staff
CA$56K–CA$104K per year
1–5 years

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Advance the use of quantum algorithms such as Quantum Phase Estimation (QPE), Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE), Quantum Adiabatic Evolution & Optimization, and Quantum Machine Learning Algorithms (QML) to accelerate the discovery of new materials and molecules.

Compensation

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $55,661 - $104,364,salary will be assessed based on skills and experience

Responsibilities

Quantum simulation and quantum AI algorithm tool development
Determine how quantum or quantum-inspired tools can increase the capabilities of the AC’s SDLs or materials discovery campaigns
Develop research programs that leverage the AC’s SDLs and support the research objectives of AC faculty and industry partners
Create software packages to deploy quantum computational tools
Implementing research and development projects of AC’s industry partners when implemented in AC labs

Requirements

Ph.D. in Physics
Ph.D. in Chemistry
Ph.D. in Materials Science
Ph.D. in Computer Science
Ph.D. in Quantum Information

Skills

Python Git Quantum Machine Learning Quantum Phase Estimation (QPE)

Staff Scientist (Quantum for AI-Accelerated Materials Discovery)

Staff Scientist (Quantum for AI-Accelerated Materials Discovery)

Compensation

Responsibilities

Requirements

Skills

Benefits

Staff Research Scientist (Quantum for AI-Accelerated Materials Discovery, 2-year term)

Compensation

Responsibilities

Requirements

Skills

Benefits