Senior Quantum Solutions Manager

Summary

Join PsiQuantum's Quantum Solutions team as a dynamic people leader, focusing on the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry. Shape and lead PsiQuantum's strategy and projects in the pharma domain, leveraging fault-tolerant quantum computing. Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop quantum computing solutions in drug discovery, clinical trial optimization, and drug manufacturing. Drive strategic initiatives, support customer projects, and lead efforts to identify high-value use cases. Build and manage a high-performing team specializing in quantum solutions for the pharma domain. Represent PsiQuantum at industry events and forums. This role requires a strong understanding of drug development and computational methods in Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD).

Requirements

• PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, bioinformatics, systems biology, or computational chemistry
• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment, such as consulting or investment banking, with a focus on strategy, project management, and pharma
• Strong understanding of the challenges associated with drug development in the pharmaceutical industry
• Solid knowledge of computational methods in Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) , with an awareness of bottlenecks and limitations
• Proven people management experience
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and build relationships with stakeholders across multiple pharma companies
• Self-starter with the ability to create and execute strategic initiatives in a new domain

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the VP and Director of Quantum Solutions to support customer projects, including use case value assessments and feasibility studies
• Lead and manage quantum application projects in the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences domain, ensuring impactful outcomes for both clients and PsiQuantum
• Provide thought leadership and guidance in areas such as drug discovery, clinical trials optimization, and drug manufacturing to identify quantum computing opportunities
• Develop a comprehensive strategy for engaging with pharmaceutical companies and advancing quantum solutions within the industry
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector, leveraging existing networks to establish partnerships and drive adoption
• Represent PsiQuantum at industry events and forums to showcase quantum computing solutions for life sciences
• Build and manage a high-performing, global team specializing in quantum solutions for the pharma domain
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
• Research, evaluate, and prioritize quantum computing use cases in the pharmaceutical domain based on feasibility, business impact, and potential quantum advantage
• Collaborate with external partners, including academia and pharma companies, to validate and enhance quantum applications
• Identify and define new opportunities for quantum computing within life sciences, potentially leading to quantum-enabled end-products marketed together with our partners in pharma

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial and business modeling
• Knowledge of quantum computing
• Ability to evaluate the potential of quantum chemical methods within and beyond current drug discovery pipelines

Benefits

• Equity
• Benefits