Senior Research Scientist - Quantum-Centric Supercomputing for Materials Science

IBM Corporation•Yorktown Heights, NY

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About The Position

IBM Research is seeking a research scientist to advance novel quantum algorithms and apply them to the fields of materials science and condensed matter physics. Your job will be to progress the field of quantum computing by developing new methods and insights that shape and execute on the IBM quantum roadmap. Key areas of research include quantum simulation and applications of quantum-centric supercomputing for quantum matter and materials.

Requirements

Experience in academic graduate program related to applicable area of quantum computing, such as condensed matter physics, information theory, or materials science.
Experience running demonstrations on real quantum hardware.
Familiarity with multi-scale computational approaches in materials science.
Familiarity with computational materials discovery/optimization, e.g. computational screening methods.

Nice To Haves

Strong publication record in high-impact journals or top conference proceedings.
Programming experience in core & scientific language (e.g. python, numpy, scipy, matplotlib) and Qiskit
Familiarity with Git and/or Github
Successful record of collaborative work
Experience leading leading research projects in industry or academically
Experience writing proposals and participating on grants

Responsibilities

Improve upon and develop novel algorithms that combine quantum and classical resources.
Demonstrate and benchmark quantum methods on real world applications in condensed matter and materials science.
Expand the quantum ecosystem and connect to materials scientists through quantum community working groups.
Work with clients and partners to validate solutions and accelerate discovery.

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