QuantumBasel

We are Hiring! 🚀 Join our team as an Optimization Engineer! Are you ready to tackle some of the most exciting challenges in technology? At QuantumBasel, you will dive into cutting-edge optimization problems and become an integral part of our AI and Quantum teams. In this role, you will have hands-on opportunities to push the boundaries at the intersection of data science, AI, and quantum computing, driving innovative solutions for real-world industrial applications. If you're passionate about exploring the future of technology and turning complexity into progress, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to make an impact? Apply now!

We are hiring! 🚀 Are you an analytical problem-solver with a self-starter attitude who is eager to stay updated with advancements in AI and LLM technologies? Than you might find this opportunity interesting. We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to join our great team at QuantumBasel. uptownBasel Maximilian Wurzer Jan Mikolon Matteo Krummenacher Damir Bogdan Dr. Frederik Flöther Julien Baglio, Ph.D. Yelena Guryanova Rajiv Krishnakumar Robby Toole Sophie Peggs Janine Goldiger Sonja Andrist Nadine Kugler Claudia Fricker Gianluca Libera Ben Schill Kai Bäuerle Hans-Jörg Fankhauser

The Power of Quantum Computing and AI for Real-World Applications By bringing quantum computing directly on-site, we are facilitating secure, local access to advanced technologies. This reflects the strength of collaboration between research, industry, and technology leaders. Real-world applications are beginning to take shape, with examples such as: 👉 Optimizing complex supply chains to enhance efficiency and sustainability. 👉 Simulating molecules to support progress in materials science and drug discovery. 👉 Advancing precision medicine through AI-driven analysis of cancer therapies. From logistics to life sciences, quantum computing and AI are starting to address challenges that were once beyond reach. This marks an exciting early step towards meaningful contributions for industry, research, and society. #QuantumComputing #Innovation #AI #RealWorldApplications #TechForGood #FutureOfTechnology #lifesciences #logistics #medicine Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Hans-Jörg Fankhauser uptownBasel

Why On-Site Quantum Computing Matters for Industry The recent inauguration of Switzerland’s first commercially viable quantum computer by QuantumBasel and IonQ has sparked interest and discussion across industries and the media. This milestone signifies more than technological progress; it introduces practical opportunities for industries to solve pressing challenges and remain competitive in an evolving global landscape. Read some of the takeaways highlighted by the press and experts: 1. Real-World Applications: Industries like logistics, finance, pharma, and energy can solve complex problems faster, from optimizing supply chains to drug discovery and financial risk management. 2. Data Sovereignty: On-premises systems ensure sensitive data stays secure and local, critical for regulated industries. 3. Accelerating Innovation: This growing ecosystem enables rapid experimentation and collaboration with research and technology partners. 4. Strengthening Competitiveness: As global export controls tighten, local quantum infrastructure future-proofs businesses and strengthens Switzerland's leadership. This achievement demonstrates the value of collaboration between technology innovators and regional stakeholders. The quantum future is already here in Switzerland. How can your industry benefit from on-site quantum computing? #QuantumComputing #Innovation #SwissTechnology #Basel #Industry4.0 #FutureReady #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #Collaboration Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Thomas Staehelin Hans-Jörg Fankhauser uptownBasel FuW Forum

Real-World Impact Starts Here Quantum computing is not just a concept - it is happening now. At QuantumBasel, we have explored 15 use cases across industries over the past two years, applying quantum computing to real-world challenges and we keep going.   With direct access to the physical IonQ quantum computer at uptownBasel and through our partnership with leading hardware providers, the possibilities are endless: from quantum machine learning to solving optimization challenges in key sectors such as #healthcare, #finance, #logistics and #manufacturing. Why collaborate? Our focus is on applying quantum algorithms to solve practical industry problems, delivering value today while paving the way for future breakthroughs. The future of quantum is built on partnerships, and we are just getting started. Quantum is now! Let us shape the future together. #QuantumComputing #Innovation #QuantumBasel #IonQ #Partnerships #IndustryApplications Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Thomas Staehelin Hans-Jörg Fankhauser Dina Moy Jane Mazur Margaret Arakawa Rima Alameddine Dean Kassmann Thomas Kramer Pembe Gül Bilir Peter Neske Carolin Crockett Pfizer

Shaping the Quantum Future Together Last week, the IonQ Forte Enterprise #AQ36 was unveiled at uptownBasel by QuantumBasel and IonQ. This state-of-the-art system uses trapped-ion technology and offers unprecedented capabilities in simulation, optimization and quantum + AI applications. With trapped-ion technology, fully connected qubits and recognition as the most powerful system on Amazon Web Services (AWS), this system is already shaping the future of simulation, optimization and quantum + AI. There are many studies that say how important quantum computing is.  But we are in the middle of it. Together we are unlocking new possibilities for #science, #industry and #society. We are shaping that future together. #quantumcomputing #technology #future #switzerland Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Gianluca Libera Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Baschi Dürr Thomas Staehelin Hans-Jörg Fankhauser Dina Moy Jane Mazur Margaret Arakawa Rima Alameddine Dean Kassmann Ariel Braunstein Thomas Kramer Kai Hudek Noam Zakay

We are delighted that SRF - Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen news reported on the inauguration of the first physical and commercially usable quantum computer in Switzerland in the Tagesschau. Together with IonQ, we at QuantumBasel have set a historic milestone for innovation and technology. #QuantumComputing #Innovation #Switzerland uptownBasel Universität Basel

A game changer for Switzerland and Europe! Today we made history at QuantumBasel: The first IonQ quantum computer outside the US has landed here in Switzerland at uptownBasel. The first commercially viable quantum computer: this is the starting point for an exciting journey in technology and innovation. This is not just about hardware. It is about how collaboration opens up unprecedented possibilities, paving the way for breakthroughs in science, business and beyond. Together with IonQ and our powerful ecosystem, we are setting the stage for the next wave of innovation. This is just the beginning. Stay tuned - the future is being written right here. #QuantumComputing #ShapingTomorrow #RevolutionStartsHere #IonQ #QuantumBasel Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Gianluca Libera Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Baschi Dürr Thomas Staehelin Hans-Jörg Fankhauser Dina Moy Jane Mazur Margaret Arakawa Rima Alameddine Dean Kassmann Ariel Braunstein Thomas Kramer

The Future is Now: Switzerland's First Commercial Quantum Computer! I. QuantumBasel’s Promise Democratize the access to quantum computing II. The Most Performant Today, QuantumBasel inaugurated Switzerland’s first physical commercial quantum facility, powered by IonQ. This facility houses the most performant enterprise-grade quantum computer available and is now fully operational III. A Collaborative Milestone This milestone is the result of a collaboration between three companies: uptownBasel, IonQ, and QuantumBasel. The facility will immediately benefit local industries such as pharma, finance, and manufacturing in Switzerland. It will be accessible to companies, projects, start-ups and for academic partnerships globally IV. Private Investment Funded through private investment, this initiative aims to drive transformative innovation. The Staehelin family, the main investors behind uptownBasel and QuantumBasel, has played a crucial role in making this vision a reality V. A Pivotal Moment The inauguration marks a pivotal moment for the Swiss innovation landscape, positioning the facility as a unique enabler for cutting-edge advancements VI. Transformative Technology Quantum computing, one of the most transformative technologies of our time, shows immense promise in addressing significant challenges in healthcare, climate, energy, and more. Initial use cases are already underway, with numerous further applications on the horizon VII. Academia Swiss academic institutions have long focused on quantum science through various National Centres of Competence in Research (NCCRs), making Switzerland a hotbed for quantum science and providing access to highly trained professionals. QuantumBasel is collaborating with academia, including the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW and the University of Basel VIII. Start-ups The QAI Ventures initiative at uptownBasel facilitates the translation of research into commercialization by accelerating and funding quantum-based start-ups This is just the beginning. Congratulations to the visionaries who have made this fantastic initiative possible! 🙏 Great artistic performance by Corinne Sutter! Check out the website by QuantumBasel: https://quantumbasel.com, ionq https://ionq.com and uptownBasel: https://uptownbasel.ch #innovation #quantum #quantumcomputing #transformativeinnovation #healthcare #pharma #logistics #energy #manufacturing #ai #genai #future

We are live!    The inauguration ceremony of the first physical and commercially viable quantum computer in Switzerland is starting now. A landmark moment for innovation and technology!   #QuantumComputing #Innovation #Switzerland #LiveEvent   IonQ QuantumBasel uptownBasel  Robby Toole Sonja Andrist Janine Goldiger Claudia Fricker Rajiv Krishnakumar Dr. Julien Baglio Dr. Frederik Flöther Yelena Guryanova Damir Bogdan Nadine Kugler Sophie Peggs Gianluca Libera Jan Mikolon Maximilian Wurzer Matteo Krummenacher Baschi Dürr Thomas Staehelin Jane Mazur