Quantum Research Community Manager

Alice & Bob is hiring a Quantum Research Community Manager in Paris, France. Level rates it ; you can apply on Alice & Bob.

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Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems. The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit 🐈‍⬛. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously! We're a diverse team of 250+ brilliant minds from over 35 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!

About the role:

Alice & Bob is building fault-tolerant quantum computers using superconducting cat qubits. As we transition from research to commercial deployment, our first systems are shipping to major HPC centers to empower the scientific community.

Quantum Research Community Manager sits at the intersection of user relationship management, scientific engagement, and ecosystem development. Your primary goal is to drive the successful adoption of Alice & Bob hardware and facilitate impactful research outcomes.

How Success is Measured: Success is directly measured by the volume of published research initiatives enabled through our systems.

The Mission: Join us at a pivotal stage of ecosystem growth to help deliver the first useful quantum computer, empower a global research community, and cement European leadership in deeptech.

Responsibilities:

Champion the user journey by actively tracking satisfaction and continuously elevating the quality of the user experience.
Track equipment usage, maximize adoption, and actively support research initiatives and scientific publications.
Map, understand, and engage quantum research communities.
Organize trainings, workshops, and educational initiatives in collaboration with internal experts.
Drive the long-term adoption of Alice & Bob’s hardware by tracking global research trends and aligning our technology to support future scientific breakthroughs.
Support active research projects and mobilize subject-matter experts to ensure seamless project execution.
Manage incoming non-urgent user inquiries and synthesize user feedback into actionable insights for the product and sales teams.
Represent Alice & Bob at conferences, trade shows, and industry events.

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in customer-facing environments and educational initiatives.
MSc or PhD in quantum computing, quantum engineering, physics, computer science, or a related field.
Experience in software development, ideally working with Python.
Ability and willingness to travel across France and Europe.
Highly adaptive communication style, with a track record of effectively engaging scientific, technical, and executive-level audiences.
Fluent in French and English.
An analytical, forward-thinking mindset with a proven track record of taking initiative and solving complex problems.

Nice to Have :

Knowledge of quantum error correction or bosonic qubits.
First-hand experience building research collaborations or grant applications.

Recruitment Process:

Screening call with Doriane (30 min)
Hiring Manager Interview (45 min)
Technical Interview with the Team (90 min)
Leadership Interview (30 min)
Fit Interview (30 min)

Benefits: - Our success is your success: own it with our BSPCE plan - Direct IP Compensation: Earn substantial bonuses for driving the core patents that define our quantum architecture. - Flexible remote policy, up to 40 % a month - A Parental plan including additional benefits such as crèche support or additional days-off to take care of under 12 years old children - Subsidized membership with Urban Sports Club - Mental health support with moka.care - 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT - Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users - Competitive health coverage, with Alan. - Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen - French language courses covered by the company for those interested Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec. You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer! We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.

How we rate this

Quantum Research Community Manager at Alice & Bob rates 20 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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