Scientist III, Quantum Computing Algorithm Specialist

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information

The position will be a part of the CSO Office and corporate R&D organization, and will report to the Sr Staff Scientist, Bioinformatics. The role will be based in Frederick, MD.

Possible areas of quantum computing algorithm research include:

• Life Sciences
• Industrial & Applied Sciences
• Clinical & Diagnostics
• Lab Solutions
• Digital Solutions

How will you make an impact?

We need a motivated individual for quantum computing algorithm research. You'll work with senior R&D leaders and contribute to key research initiatives across the company. We aim to be the world leader in serving science, offering many opportunities in R&D in Health Care, Pharma Biotech, Life Sciences, and Applied Markets.

What will you do?

• Work with teams to address key questions through quantum computing algorithm experimentation and development efforts on various in-house technological platforms.
• Coordinate with a team that is working on an R&D project to which you will contribute by crafting, conducting, and coordinating scientific studies and experiments. You will detail your research efforts and work, share analyses and present results to senior level R&D staff and management personnel.
• Contribute to innovation and have an ability to develop ideas into real world solutions.
• When applicable, you will be encouraged to publish your work or present at conferences.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field. A track record of academic success and scientific methodology in their chosen field.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with developing quantum computer algorithms
• Deep understanding of quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#, etc)
• Proven track record of implementing quantum algorithms on real quantum hardware
• Strong programming skills in Python and other relevant languages
• Strong technical and people leadership personality is necessary
• Strong desire and motivation to develop a career as a future leader in R&D
• Ability to manage, plan, and prioritize projects
• Demonstrated leadership proficiency, learning agility, and adaptability
• Effective communication skills, especially for presenting scientific results, keeping records, and working collaboratively in a team of scientists are necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-doctoral research experience in quantum computing or quantum chemistry
• Experience with life sciences applications or analytical instrumentation
• Knowledge of machine learning and its integration with quantum computing
• Background in computational chemistry or molecular dynamics
• Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms
• Patent portfolio in quantum computing applications
• Experience leading technical teams in an industrial setting

Technical Proficiencies

• Quantum Algorithm Design: Gate-based and adiabatic quantum computing
• Quantum Error Correction and Mitigation
• Quantum Chemistry and Molecular Simulation
• Classical-Quantum Hybrid Algorithms
• High-Performance Computing
• Scientific Software Development
• Data Analysis and Visualization

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000 colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards