Quantum Algorithms Theorist: Frontier of Fault-Tolerant QC

IBM; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Learning resources

Diversity programs

Job summary

IBM Research in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Quantum Research Scientist to advance quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers. You will collaborate with compiler, error-correction, and hardware teams, and publish results at premier venues.

A Ph.D. (completed or near completion) in Physics, CS, Mathematics, or Engineering is required, with a proven track record in quantum algorithms and theory, and programming proficiency.

Qualifications

• PhD (completed or near completion) in Physics, CS, Math, Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated research in the design and analysis of quantum algorithms.
• A track record of independent theoretical research, evidenced by original contributions to the field.
• Solid foundation in quantum information theory, computational complexity, and linear algebra.
• Proficiency in at least one general-purpose programming language.

Responsibilities

• Design novel and efficient quantum algorithms for scientifically and practically meaningful problems, with a focus on implementations suited to fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Rigorously characterize quantum speed-ups using tools from computational complexity theory and through careful comparison with state-of-the-art classical methods.
• Collaborate with our compiler, error-correction, and hardware research teams to refine and optimize algorithms for early fault-tolerant quantum architectures.
• Disseminate your findings through publications in leading peer-reviewed journals and presentations at premier scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the broader research community by engaging with academic collaborators and helping to shape the intellectual direction of quantum algorithms research.

Skills

Quantum algorithms

Programming languages

Research independence

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics/CS/Math/Engineering

Job description

IBM Research in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Quantum Research Scientist to advance quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers. You will collaborate with compiler, error-correction, and hardware teams, and publish results at premier venues.

A Ph.D. (completed or near completion) in Physics, CS, Mathematics, or Engineering is required, with a proven track record in quantum algorithms and theory, and programming proficiency.