Postdoctoral Fellow - Applied Machine Learning in Quantum Systems
QuEra Computing, Inc. · Boston, MA USA
Posted about 3 months ago · $110,000-$120,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 82 days QuEra Computing, Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 83 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 54% of QuEra Computing, Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at QuEra Computing, Inc.
- high 69 stale, 1 reposted of 69 open
- Hiring momentum
- 86 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-25
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About this role
This role involves developing computational methods for stabilizing neutral atom Logical Quantum Processing Units (LQPUs) and focuses on the intersection of quantum hardware and control systems. The postdoctoral fellow will design and prototype advanced methods for reliable quantum operations, utilizing machine learning for control feedback and collaborating with various teams to validate new components using experimental data.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong background in quantum computing or quantum physics
- Experience working with quantum computing platforms (neutral atoms, trapped ions, superconducting qubits, or similar)
- Demonstrated experience working with Machine Learning for inference and hardware in loop
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Nice to have
- Experience with quantum control stacks or real-time control systems
- Familiarity with fault-tolerant protocols, logical qubit architectures, or quantum error correction frameworks
- Experience with performance-sensitive, low-latency, or distributed systems
- Aware of advances in fault-tolerant quantum computing, in-the-loop control, and ML-driven control strategies
What you get
- Base salary range of $110,000-$120,000
- Equity grants for all new hires
Worth weighing
- The salary range is provided, but it may vary based on geographic placement and experience.
- The role requires collaboration across multiple technical disciplines, which may require a diverse skill set.
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