Senior Director of USG Partnerships – Use Case Development

Quantinuum

. Serve as the primary point of contact for DOE National Laboratories, including ORNL, LBNL, ANL, LLNL, LANL, and PNNL .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $241,198 - $301,498 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantum computing applications and algorithm design, with a strong background in navigating DOE ecosystems and building technical relationships. Proven ability to translate scientific requirements into practical quantum solutions and lead collaborative research efforts.

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Quantum Computing ApplicationsAlgorithm DesignDOE National Laboratory ExperienceHybrid WorkflowsLeadership in Research

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Hard Skills

Quantum Algorithm DesignError CorrectionFault-Tolerant ComputationResource EstimationHamiltonian SimulationQuantum Signal ProcessingHigh-Performance ComputingAI/ML OptimizationNISQ Systems TransitionScientific Computing

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingMotivating ResearchersCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s or Ph.D. in Quantum PhysicsComputer ScienceChemistryApplied Mathematics

Industry Keywords

DOE EcosystemsNational Quantum Information Science Research CentersDual-Use TechnologiesCommercial ApplicationsResearch Proposals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for DOE National Laboratories, including ORNL, LBNL, ANL, LLNL, LANL, and PNNL
Build and maintain deep technical relationships with Lab Directors, QIS research leads, and user facility managers
Navigate DOE ecosystems, including National Quantum Information Science Research Centers
Monitor and track DOE Funding Opportunity Announcements, Requests for Information, and lab call solicitations
Map quantum hardware and software capabilities to DOE mission use cases
Translate DOE scientific requirements into quantum algorithms and application roadmaps
Coordinate joint research proposals, CRADAs, and Strategic Partnership Projects
Co-design algorithms, workflows, and capabilities with DOE counterparts
Report findings and progress to key stakeholders
Identify dual-use commercial applications when appropriate
Develop and demonstrate government-relevant quantum computing applications aligned with DOE missions
Help direct U.S.-based development of applications and algorithms for current and next-generation quantum computing systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s or Ph.D. in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, or a related STEM field
10+ years of direct experience working with or within the DOE National Laboratory complex or a federal R&D environment
10+ years of experience in quantum computing applications, including chemistry, material science, condensed matter physics, AI/ML, nuclear physics, high energy physics, plasma and fusion
Understanding of error correction, quantum algorithm design, and fault-tolerant computation
Experience with resource estimation for fault-tolerant algorithms and selecting algorithmic primitives and data representations
Ability to transition algorithmic capabilities from NISQ to partially fault-tolerant to fully fault-tolerant systems
Experience optimizing algorithms across all layers of the stack, both near term and in the fault-tolerant era
Experience with hybrid workflows and high-performance computing, and ability to use AI to optimize workflows
Ability to identify when quantum algorithms offer a credible advantage over the best-known classical method
Original contributions to Hamiltonian simulation, phase estimation, quantum signal processing, block encoding, state preparation, or quantum scientific computing
Experience connecting error bounds to end-to-end scientific accuracy
Experience leading and motivating groups of researchers with varied skills and experience
Understanding of dual-use technologies and how DOE and science applications can lead to commercial value

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
Equity opportunities
Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave
Employee discount programs