Quantum Machines seeks exceptionally talented people for challenging work with a team full of quantum tech knowledge and enthusiasm to make an impact on the quantum revolution.

If you’re excited about shaping the future of quantum today, join us!

Scientific Content Lead

Chicago

Quantum Machines is a global leader in hybrid control systems for quantum computing, a field on the verge of exponential growth. Our innovative hardware and software offer a groundbreaking approach to controlling quantum computers, scaling from individual qubits to arrays of thousands. At the heart of QM is a passionate, ambitious team committed to transforming the construction and operation of quantum computers. Our deep understanding of customer needs drives us to deliver unmatched solutions in this revolutionary field.

 As our Scientific Content Lead, you will own the end‑to‑end editorial strategy that educates, inspires, and converts a technically sophisticated audience from first discovery through customer advocacy.

 Key Responsibilities

  • Stirring QM content strategy & tone of voice across all channels
  • Creation of content such as whitepapers, datasheets and solution briefs
  • Digital & social copy for blogs, LinkedIn, Bluesky etc.
  • Lead a quarterly plan for online seminars, including speaker sourcing and live moderation.
  • Support with content for account‑based marketing initiatives
  • Video & YouTube scripting for outreach and product explainers
  • Work with Marketing Ops to analyze and optimize content performance
  • Preparation and delivery of presentations, including representing QM as a featured speaker or panelist at conferences, webinars, and partner events; crafting slide decks and communicating complex quantum-control concepts to both technical and executive audiences
  • Engage with customers and prospects to define how to make our marketing strategy most impactful 

Key Requirements

  • PhD in quantum physics or a closely related field
  • 4+ years of experimental quantum physics and computing.  
  • Excellence in technical communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Exceptional storyteller with impeccable written and spoken English
  • Confident public speaker, comfortable delivering talks at conferences or webinars
  • Active, savvy user of professional social channels (LinkedIn, X/Bluesky, YouTube)
  • Highly collaborative; able to partner seamlessly with Marketing, Product, R&D, and Sales teams
  • Experience in Product, Product Marketing, or Technical Sales role – an advantage.