QCIF appoints new leader to accelerate AI and Quantum technology adoption

QCIF Ltd is pleased to welcome Dr Moji Ghadimi as its new Head of Applied AI and Quantum Algorithms, bringing extensive experience in Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, and Technology Infrastructure to the organisation.

Moji’s interest in advanced technologies was first sparked during his undergraduate studies, where he developed an interest in computational physics and high-performance computing.

His early curiosity soon developed into a passion for AI and Quantum Computing, leading to a PhD at Griffith University focused on accelerating atom-based qubits, supervised by Dr David Kielpinski and Associate Professor Erik Streed.

He went on to hold several senior roles in data science, leading projects in collaboration with universities and government agencies, with a focus on statistical analysis and machine learning for medical research. More recently, he worked at Queensland Treasury, where he was responsible for analysing, modelling, and projecting the state’s emissions, energy, and economic data.

Moji, who has worked across industry, academia, and government sectors, will lead QCIF's projects and partnerships in AI and Quantum by developing and delivering capabilities for researchers and end-users across Australia.

"My goal is to make advanced technological tools more accessible and practical for researchers tackling today's complex challenges," said Moji. "There's enormous potential to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications."

With a diverse background managing national and international projects, Moji has successfully led multidisciplinary teams in data analysis, machine learning and AI.

He also currently leads the Quantum Computing Brisbane community group, which has become a vital hub connecting researchers and professionals interested in exploring the practical applications of emerging Quantum technologies.

Looking into the future

This strategic appointment, as part of our mission of accelerating research excellence and innovation for our members and partners, enhances QCIF’s capacity to deliver cutting -edge data and digital capabilities to the Australian research community.

With Moji’s appointment, QCIF aims to expand our existing AI and Quantum capabilities by opening up new avenues for scientific discovery across multiple disciplines, building upon a number of ongoing collaborative projects in this space.

These include the National Infrastructure for Federated Learning (NINA) project, which is advancing secure, privacy-preserving research on chronic diseases using Federated Learning in partnership with Professor Claire Sullivan from UQ’s Queensland Digital Health Centre (QDHeC), and the Queensland Government’s  Pioneering Quantum Transport and Mobility Solutions for Brisbane 2032 and Beyond project with QUT, which will explore quantum algorithms to develop a real-time traffic management system for the 2032 Olympic Games.

QCIF's CEO, Adjunct Professor Sach Jayasinghe expressed delight in Moji's appointment that will open doors for new initiatives across federated learning, AI applications in bioinformatics, and various quantum computing projects and associated training programs.

“QCIF is keen to take the protypes and proof-of-concepts of applied AI and Quantum algorithms to the broader research community. Moji will play a pivotal role in nurturing and leveraging partnerships so that we can help Australia scale-up these emerging tools and platforms for real world impact.”  

For more information and exploration of opportunities in AI and Quantum technologies, please contact Moji at moji.ghadimi@qcif.edu.au.