Global Talent Quantum Jobs

Connecting the world’s brightest minds to UK opportunities

Quantum Talent

Are you a quantum researcher or engineer, or doing a PhD or MSc in quantum?

Search UK jobs, internships and other opportunities, or upload your resume for the UK’s leading quantum companies and research groups to consider.

Quantum Employers

Are you an innovative UK-based organisation looking for top quantum talent?

Do you have jobs, internships or other opportunities to share with international talent?

Why the UK for Talent

The UK is home to a world-class talent pipeline and education system moving with the needs of employers, The UK holds a globally recognised higher education system, allowing businesses to have access to the sorts of transferable, critical thinking skills that drive innovation and business growth.

408,410

First year science graduates in 2022/23

4

Of the top universities worldwide (out of 10)

3rd

In Europe for tertiary education (behind Ireland and Luxembourg)

7th

Globally in 2022

Companies Already Onboard Include

FAQs for Talent

Which types of candidates use this platform to explore roles?

AI and Quantum researchers, engineers, PhD/MSc students and professionals who are seeking UK AI and Quantum opportunities.

What are the criteria for being accepted onto the jobs board?
  • Have or are studying for a PhD/MSc in a quantum-related field (quantum engineer/scientist/researcher). Ideally have published research papers. 
  • Have a STEM degree and experience at a company doing quantum research (e.g. as a quantum engineer, scientist or researcher).  
  • Are an undergraduate in the final year of a STEM degree at a prestigious university.
  • Are an undergraduate in the final year of a STEM degree who has taken quantum information or quantum computing courses and/or undertaken an internship at a quantum company. 
  • Has undertaken a quantum research or engineering apprenticeship that requires at least a STEM degree. 
  • Has a STEM degree and experience at a company doing quantum research as a product manager. 
  • Has a STEM background and experience in a C-suite commercial role (e.g. CEO, CTO) with at least one previous company doing quantum research. 
What will I be asked before registering as a Talent Pool candidate?
  • Job Search Status: Are you actively looking, passively open to opportunities, or not seeking a change.
  • Experience Level: Options range from internship to executive/C-level roles.
  • Work Preferences: You can choose between onsite or hybrid (within the UK).
  • Location Preferences: Optional field to specify preferred UK locations.
  • Personal Details: Includes name, email, LinkedIn profile, and optional personal website or portfolio.
  • You will also be asked to upload your CV.
How long do job postings stay live?

Most listings are available for a few weeks, employers can choose their preferred time frames.

Can I sign up for daily job alerts that fit my preferences?

Yes, you can sign up for daily job alerts that will be emailed to you. 

Is there a matching service?

Not at this time, but talent can search for their own preferences using the filters available. 

FAQs for Companies

How do I post roles?

Companies can choose from 3 ways to list roles:

    • Provide a URL to be scraped for appropriate vacancies (for example your existing company careers page).
    • Or provide up to 5 separate job urls.
    • Or enter up to 5 job details manually.
Will all of my company’s roles be listed if I provide our careers page URL?

No, only those that meet the high-skilled criteria below will be listed.

 

Can I post roles that are available outside of the UK?

No, this platform is for UK based roles only.      

 

How much administration is needed by the company?

Companies can choose their level of engagement, from completely hands-off and letting the jobs board automatically update listed roles, to manually using the admin portal to manage their roles.

Is there specific information needed in job adverts?

No, but roles should be relevant to AI or Quantum and suitable for international talent.

How are jobs removed?

Jobs submitted via URLs will be taken down from the jobs board once they are no longer available at the source link provided. For jobs entered manually, removal will occur based on the expiry date specified in the company’s sign-up form.

Are there analytics or reporting tools?

Analytics are available for companies to review the performance of their job postings on the platform.

Can any company advertise Quantum roles?

No, roles must be UK-based within the Quantum or AI sectors and suitable for highly skilled international talent. All job opportunities must also be open to international candidates. Detailed criteria for Quantum roles that will be accepted for the Jobs Boards are outlined below:

  • Jobs are open to international candidates. 
  • Research-focused job (e.g. quantum engineer/scientist/researcher). These will usually require a PhD/MSc. (This includes research jobs in quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum key distribution, quantum cryptography).
  • Engineering job that requires a degree at a quantum company doing research / producing IP? (This includes jobs relating to quantum physics and hardware like photonics, trapped ions, neutral atoms, superconducting quantum computers, quantum dots, quantum sensors, quantum networks).  
  • Quantum research or engineering internships at PhD/MSc/undergrad level. 
  • Quantum research or engineering apprenticeships that require at least a STEM degree. 
  • Product manager roles if they require a technical background of at least a STEM degree. 
  • C-suite commercial roles (e.g. CEO, CTO) if they require a STEM background and experience in a similar role with at least one previous company doing quantum research.  
  • Academic research jobs, e.g. Postdoctoral researcher, research assistant/associate, assistant professor, professor.
  • Funded PhD studentships open to international applicants. 
  • Research fellowships open to international applicants (e.g. Royal Society Newton Fellowship).
  • Short-term projects or work placements that require at least a STEM degree.  
Can employers post internships or short-term projects?

Yes.

Is there a cost to post jobs?

No, the service is free to use for UK employers.

For all enquiries please email:

globaltalentjobs@technation.io 

* Tech Nation reserves the right not to upload or to remove any companies, jobs or individuals that are unsuitable for highly skilled international quantum talent.