Quantum Algorithms Research Intern — Fault-Tolerant QC

IBM; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Research in California is seeking a research intern to join the Theory of Quantum Algorithms team. You will collaborate with theorists to discover and develop new quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, shaping fundamental advances in science and technology.

The role emphasizes independent theoretical work, coursework or project experience in quantum computing, and programming in Python using libraries like NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, and Qiskit.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a graduate program (Ph.D. or research 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, such as coursework projects, a thesis, or prior publications.
• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language, such as Python.
• Passion for tackling open problems of strategic interest to IBM's roadmap for fault-tolerant quantum computing, including simulation of physical systems, differential equations, and learning and testing.

Responsibilities

• Investigate a well-defined research question in quantum algorithms, working toward original theoretical contributions suited to fault-tolerant quantum computation.
• Characterize potential quantum speed-ups by comparing candidate algorithms against state-of-the-art classical methods, using tools from computational complexity theory.
• Consider how your algorithmic ideas connect to implementations suited to fault-tolerant quantum architectures, in discussion with colleagues across compilation and error correction.
• Document and present your findings, with the goal of producing results suitable for a peer-reviewed publication or conference submission.

Skills

Python

Quantum computing

Independent research

Publication/presentation

Education

Master's degree in progress

PhD candidate

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Matplotlib

Qiskit

Git

Job description

IBM Research in California is seeking a research intern to join the Theory of Quantum Algorithms team. You will collaborate with theorists to discover and develop new quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, shaping fundamental advances in science and technology.

The role emphasizes independent theoretical work, coursework or project experience in quantum computing, and programming in Python using libraries like NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, and Qiskit.