Manager – Quantum Solutions – Pharma

Manager – Quantum Solutions – Pharma

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