Innovation Fellow

The University of Edinburgh's School of Informatics (College of Science and Engineering) is hiring up to three Innovation Fellows to develop high-impact quantum computing applications in sectors such as healthcare, materials, finance, energy, AI, or cybersecurity. Fellows collaborate with the Quantum Software Lab, domain specialists, and industry partners, translating scientific challenges into quantum solutions and building end-to-end software pipelines that run on current quantum hardware, while also publishing research findings. Candidates need a demonstrable research track record in quantum computing or a relevant application domain, ideally with at least two years of postdoctoral or equivalent industry experience, and the ability to balance scientific rigor with pragmatic delivery. This is a 24-month, full-time, hybrid role based in Edinburgh, UK, Grade UE08, paying £50,253 to £61,759 per annum. Application deadline 11 November 2026.