Quantum Hardware Measurement & Modeling Intern

IBM; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Research is seeking a physicist to measure, simulate, and interpret the performance of quantum processors and associated hardware. The role includes experimental characterizations such as spectroscopy and time-domain measurements to assess coherence times, with data analysis driving model development.

The candidate will compare results with theory using open-source tools such as QuTiP and scqubits, and will engage in multi-qubit interaction topics as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics or related fields required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with RF and microwave electronics and instrumentation is essential.
• Proficiency with Python is required and experience with scientific Python packages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Measure, simulate, and interpret the performance of research quantum processors and related hardware components.
• Conduct experimental characterizations such as spectroscopy and time-domain measurements (coherence time assessments).
• Analyze data to understand device behavior and develop simulation-based models linking experiment to theory.
• Correlate results with theory using open-source quantum simulation frameworks like QuTiP and scqubits.

Skills

Python programming

RF & microwave electronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics or related fields

Master's Degree

Tools

QuTiP

scqubits

HFSS

COMSOL

Job description

IBM Research is seeking a physicist to measure, simulate, and interpret the performance of quantum processors and associated hardware. The role includes experimental characterizations such as spectroscopy and time-domain measurements to assess coherence times, with data analysis driving model development.

The candidate will compare results with theory using open-source tools such as QuTiP and scqubits, and will engage in multi-qubit interaction topics as needed.