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• Introduction
• At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM.

Exploring what's next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud. You'll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world.

• Your role and responsibilities
• As a

Senior Research Scientist:

Quantum Applications & Information Theory, you will perform research covering a broad array of topics in Quantum computing and information theory, requiring expertise in areas such as Quantum information processing with superconducting circuits and algorithms and complexity theory. Your work will have a real impact on IBM Products and Services through individual contributions and/or contributions of the team(s) / Challenge(s) led.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Lead Research Initiatives:

Perform research in Quantum computing and information theory, covering topics such as Quantum information processing with superconducting circuits, algorithms and complexity theory, and verification and validation of Quantum systems.

Drive Technical Strategy:

Influence the functional & IBM strategy, with a deep understanding of organizational resources, priorities, needs, and policies, and contribute to making complex strategic decisions that require deep technical knowledge.

Mentor and Collaborate:

Mentor multiple people inside and outside the organization in both technical and career capacities, and initiate & build new relationships with technical or business leaders.

Advance Quantum Computing:

Develop expertise in areas such as theory of superconducting circuits, condensed matter theory, error correction, and fault-tolerance for realizing large-scale quantum computation.

Foster Innovation:

Contribute to the development of new ideas and solutions, applying expertise in Quantum computing and information theory to drive innovation and growth.

• Required technical and professional expertise
• Deep Expertise in

Quantum Computing:

Experience with quantum information processing, superconducting circuits, algorithms, and complexity theory, with the ability to apply this knowledge to drive innovation and growth.

Advanced Research Skills:

Certification in or experience with verification and validation of Quantum systems, communication theory, and fundamental limits in information processing.

Technical Leadership:

Experience in leading research initiatives and driving technical strategy, with a deep understanding of organizational resources, priorities, needs, and policies.

• Expertise in

Condensed Matter Theory:

Experience with theory of superconducting circuits, condensed matter theory, error correction, and fault-tolerance for realizing large-scale quantum computation.

Strategic Decision-Making:

Experience in making complex strategic decisions that require deep technical knowledge, with the ability to mentor and collaborate with technical and business leaders.

• Preferred technical and professional experience

• Advanced Quantum Algorithms:

  Experience with developing and applying advanced quantum algorithms, including those related to quantum information processing and complexity theory.

Quantum System Validation:

Certification in or experience with verification and validation of Quantum systems, including communication theory and fundamental limits in information processing.

Condensed Matter Expertise:

Experience with theory of superconducting circuits, condensed matter theory, error correction, and fault-tolerance for realizing large-scale quantum computation.

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