Job Summary:
IBM Research is the innovation engine of IBM, focusing on advancing AI, hybrid cloud, and practical quantum computing. As a Quantum Algorithm Theorist, you will engage in fundamental research to develop new quantum algorithms and collaborate with various teams to optimize these algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum architectures.
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.
Qualifications:
Required:
• A Ph.D. (completed or near completion) in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research experience 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.
Preferred:
• Doctorate Degree
• Strong publication record in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and top-tier conference proceedings.
• Experience serving on technical program committees or as a reviewer for reputable conferences and journals in quantum computing or theoretical computer science.
• Postdoctoral research experience or completion of a graduate program with substantial focus on quantum algorithms, quantum complexity theory, or related areas.
Company:
IBM provides technology and consulting, including software, infrastructure systems, and cloud-based solutions. Founded in 1911, the company is headquartered in Armonk, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.