Senior Research Scientist, Hybrid Quantum-HPC Systems Architecture (Technical Lead)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory · Posted Nov 6, 2026
- Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time · Senior
- 6+ years
Lead research area developing integration models for hybrid quantum-HPC systems, directing R&D, mentoring staff, and shaping future system architecture.
Responsibilities
- Lead research agenda and milestones
- Drive R&D into hybrid quantum-HPC system design
- Build digital twins and simulations
- Mentor research staff
- Represent ORNL in vendor engagements
Requirements
- PhD in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, physics, computational science, or a related field
- Nice to have: Research on hybrid classical-quantum systems
- Nice to have: HPC system integration or characterization
- Nice to have: Modeling and simulation of computer systems
- Nice to have: Networks and interconnects for quantum and classical resources