Head of Quantum Computing for Chemistry

Qubit Pharmaceuticals is a French-American deeptech startup, focusing on discovering novel molecules for complex targets in healthcare and materials science. We leverage proprietary molecular simulation and quantum-physics based modeling technology to develop our own discovery programs that we either co-develop with or license out to pharmaceutical and industrial partners. This enables us to design more effective and safer drug candidates, aiming to significantly reduce the time and investment needed for discovery. In just 18 months, Qubit Pharmaceuticals grew its portfolio to 7 programs in oncology, immunology & antivirals.

Our cutting-edge technology is based on over 30 years of research by our academic founders, and relies on three main components: in-depth expertise in computational science and high-performance computing (HPC), quantum chemistry and artificial intelligence algorithms, and a powerful, automated cloud platform for molecular simulation with chemical accuracy. We recently announced the launch of the world's most powerful AI foundation model for molecular simulation.

The perfect fit for this job 

Qubit Pharmaceuticals is looking for a Head of Quantum Computing for Chemistry (M/F) to manage a multidisciplinary team to develop quantum computing software and quantum applications for chemistry.

Your role 

• Work closely with the CSO to establish the roadmap and implement it.
• Setting up and coordinating partnerships with third-party companies and research centres under the supervision of our CSO.
• Manage a team and recruit future team members as required.
• Maintain an active technology watch
• Develop new methods to solve practical and challenging problems in quantum computing applied to chemistry & drug discovery
• Oversee the development of new quantum computing techniques and algorithms for investigating drug discovery processes that show unfavourable scaling on classical computers.
• Communicate the results of your research by filing patent applications, publishing peer-reviewed papers and giving presentations at research conferences.
• Represent Qubit Pharmaceuticals at key ecosystem event

Your qualifications and skills

• PhD in physics, quantum computing or quantum chemistry
• Strong experience in quantum computing (algorithms,...) and chemistry
• Prior experience in industry would be a plus
• Inspiring leadership and ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent communication skills for explaining complex concepts to non-specialists
• Agility in a startup environment (changing priorities, multiple projects).
• Knowledge of quantum cloud platforms
• Scientific publications or patents in quantum computing.

The proposal benefits & perks

• Duration: Full time – Permanent
• Starting from April 2026
• Salary according to profile
• Health insurance and provident fund 100% covered
• Lunch vouchers worth €9 covered at 50%.
• Location: Paris 14th arrondissement
• Possibility of remote work for 2 days per week.