Mark Webber

Head of Quantum Algorithms

Greater Brighton and Hove Area

About

Researching quantum error correction, commercial applications and hardware considerations for quantum computing at Universal Quantum. PhD (completed) - Quantum Computing with the Ion Quantum Technology group at the University of Sussex.

Experience

  • Universal Quantum (5 yrs 4 mos)
    • Quantum Architect
      Apr 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

    • Head of Quantum Algorithms
      Apr 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

      I lead the quantum algorithms team at Universal Quantum that works on both quantum error correction and applications

  • PhD - Applications and Hardware Considerations for Quantum Computing at University of Sussex
    Sep 2017 - Apr 2021 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    I am a PhD researcher within the Ion Quantum Technology group at the University of Sussex. I am investigating quantum algorithms with a focus on near-term commercial interests, and I aim to guide proof of principle experiments at Sussex. This PhD will run between Sep 2017 - April 2021.

  • Quantum Algorithm Researcher at Qu & Co
    Jan 2020 - Mar 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos

    I worked with Qu & Co, alongside my PhD, to research commercially interesting quantum chemistry problems - with a focus on fault tolerant cost estimation.

  • Technical Business Analyst at Acturis
    Sep 2016 - Sep 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

    A software development role. I managed the communication and implementation for several new clients joining the Acturis system.

  • First Class Masters of Physics at University of Bath
    Sep 2012 - Jun 2016 · 3 yrs 10 mos

    Four year undergraduate Masters degree with a First Class classification