Quantum Algorithms Research Intern: Fault-Tolerant Computing

IBM; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Research is offering a research internship with the Theory of Quantum Algorithms team. You will work with theorists to develop quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, shaping your project with a mentor and contributing to fundamentals in quantum computing.

The role emphasizes coursework or research in quantum algorithms and computational complexity, with programming experience in Python. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an academic graduate program (Ph.D. or research-focused Master’s) in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Coursework or research projects in quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, computational complexity and linear algebra.
• Demonstrated experience performing independent theoretical research (coursework, thesis, or publications).
• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language, such as Python.

Responsibilities

• Investigate a well-defined research question in quantum algorithms, aiming for original theoretical contributions for fault-tolerant quantum computation.
• Characterize potential quantum speed-ups by comparing candidate algorithms against state-of-the-art classical methods using computational complexity theory.
• Consider connections to implementations for fault-tolerant quantum architectures in discussion with colleagues across compilation and error correction.
• Document and present findings for peer-reviewed publication or conference submission.

Skills

Python

Git

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Matplotlib

Qiskit

Job description

IBM Research is offering a research internship with the Theory of Quantum Algorithms team. You will work with theorists to develop quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, shaping your project with a mentor and contributing to fundamentals in quantum computing.

The role emphasizes coursework or research in quantum algorithms and computational complexity, with programming experience in Python. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential.