About the job
Phasecraft stands at the forefront of quantum algorithms, innovating the mathematical foundations that empower quantum computing applications to tackle real-world challenges. Established in 2019 by visionaries Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro, and John Morton, our headquarters are in London and Bristol, UK, with a newly opened office in Washington DC in 2024 under the expert leadership of Steve Flammia. In 2025, we successfully secured $34 million in our Series B funding round, co-led by Plural, Playground Global, and Novo Holdings’ Quantum Fund, marking their inaugural direct investment into quantum software.
Our unparalleled access to cutting-edge quantum computers via partnerships with industry leaders such as Google, IBM, Quantinuum, and QuEra positions us uniquely to develop foundational intellectual property, guide the evolution of next-generation quantum hardware, and expedite the commercialization of high-value breakthroughs.
A pivotal application of our quantum algorithms lies in material and molecular systems modeling, where we have achieved remarkable cost reductions compared to current benchmarks.
In light of these advancements, we are excited to invite applications for the role of Senior Quantum Computational Materials Scientist in our Washington DC office. This newly established position will be instrumental in steering and coordinating US-based research efforts within our materials team, collaborating closely with the Head of the US office and the materials team lead at Phasecraft.
The ideal candidate will boast extensive experience in the theoretical and practical aspects of computational techniques applied to materials or chemistry simulations, coupled with a passion for harnessing quantum computing algorithms for computational materials science. Your contributions will be vital to our mission of developing quantum algorithms designed for near-term quantum computers, potentially exploring areas such as algorithm design, optimization, implementation, resource analysis, and benchmarking of classical and quantum simulations. You will also have the exciting opportunity to guide and expand a diverse portfolio of research activities aligned with Phasecraft’s strategic interests.
