Team Lead- Quantum Algorithms

Job Info Apply Before 10/25/2026, 11:55 PM Job Identification 2969 Posting Date 10/01/2026, 08:56 AM Job Description Job Title: Team Lead- Quantum Algorithms Salary: Band F S1 £67,409 gross per annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-Time/ Part-Time (minimum 0.8 FTE) (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants) Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0QX Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers and business support team explore the unknown and turn what they find into work that changes the world around us. Whether it’s sending probes into space or finding new ways to treat cancer, everyone here plays a vital role in making a positive difference to society. Come and discover how much you can achieve when you’re surrounded by world-leading experts, encouraged to constantly learn and empowered to explore your curiosity! About NQCC: The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) is the UK’s national laboratory dedicated to accelerating the development and adoption of quantum computing. Headquartered at the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire, the NQCC works across government, industry, and academia to address the engineering challenges of scaling quantum computers and to build a quantum-ready economy. Its mission is to enable the UK to solve complex societal and industrial challenges by harnessing the transformative potential of quantum computing. The NQCC is a joint initiative of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). It sits alongside other departments within the STFC National Laboratories and has a 10-year funding commitment as part of the National Quantum Strategy. About the Role: The Quantum Algorithms Team Lead will lead and mentor a team of engineers that undertake theoretical and/or applied work on the areas of quantum algorithm development, benchmarking, verification and error correction. You will have the ability to adopt and further a positive and inclusive culture, align with the NQCC’s strategy, establish and grow a multidisciplinary team. You will be able to work/travel within the UK and overseas as and when required to attend international meetings with collaborators and/or events or conferences. Key Responsibilities: Leading the team developing quantum algorithms suitable for quantum and hybrid quantum-classical workflows, with responsibility for allocating work and delegating tasks across the team, and ensuring successful delivery. Developing and delivering R Educated to at least PhD level (or equivalent work experience) in quantum computing, quantum information, or a closely related field (e.g., physics, mathematics, computer science). (S) Experience and demonstrable track record of research in the field of quantum computing (or a closely related field), such as peer-reviewed publications. (S