Quantum Technology Lead

vor 1 Woche


Genf, Genf, Schweiz World Economic Forum Vollzeit

About the Role

The World Economic Forum is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead its Quantum Technology initiatives. As the Lead, Quantum Technology, you will be responsible for growing and leading an ambitious portfolio of communities and initiatives, mobilizing business leaders, experts from top research universities, government officials, start-up entrepreneurs, media, and civil society organizations to drive strategic insights and tangible solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the Quantum Economy Network initiatives, including the Quantum Applications Hub development and piloting, and scaling the Quantum Economy Blueprint initiatives.
  • Keep workstreams on target through effective management and leadership of cross-functional teams, internal and external stakeholders, and effective communication and reporting.
  • Coordinate the activities of Project Fellows by providing clarity, facilitating communication, offering strategic assistance, tracking progress, and providing feedback.
  • Manage the design and delivery of sessions and community events.
  • Collaborate with Forum Leads across C4IR on areas like AI and Data, Space, Synthetic Biology, Climate Technology, and strengthen in-house collaboration across Centres and industries.
  • Engage existing and prospective Forum Partners in Quantum Economy Network initiatives.
  • Build and curate relevant multi-stakeholder communities committed to solving pressing challenges of businesses and societies.
  • Identify opportunities for the Forum's global network of independent national and thematic Fourth Industrial Revolution Centres to build on, benefit from, and contribute to the Forum's Quantum Economy Network initiatives.
  • Provide strategic assistance to select Quantum Economy workstreams led by independent Fourth Industrial Revolution Centres.
  • Collaborate with C4IR Network and Partnership team and other related Forum teams to ensure successful delivery of events, innovation challenges, publications, and other relevant deliverables.
  • Lead content, reports, policy papers, and blogs from concept to delivery.
  • Drive public awareness on quantum technology and related Forum initiatives.
  • Keep abreast of and analyze the implications of key global and regional quantum technology advancements and associated regulatory and policy changes.
  • Identify related opportunities to inform global collaboration, industry adoption, and policy updates at global or national level in priority countries.

Requirements and Experience

  • Masters (or higher) degree in quantum technology, advanced computing, computer science, technology policy, management, or similar fields.
  • At least 7+ years of relevant experience in private and/or public sector, including project management experience with a track record of building and driving successful global initiatives related to quantum technology, advanced computing, or other allied technology topics.
  • Deep understanding of quantum technologies and advanced /next-gen computing fields and allied supply chain industries, including the semiconductor industry and value chains, and their potential in addressing industry and societal challenges.
  • Proven and excellent project management and coordination skills; attention to detail; capacity to apply critical thinking, synthesize various viewpoints, experience collaborating with teams in diverse global locations in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Excellence in written and spoken English, strong communication and presentation skills, strong ability to write informative and insightful content.
  • Experience designing, managing, and facilitating communities, workshops, and meetings both virtually and in person.

About the World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change.



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