IBM

Research Scientist (Characterization)

IBM$120K — $145K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field with experience in materials science and superconducting qubits.
  • Proven track record of research accomplishments in the field of quantum computing.
  • Familiarity with programming languages, preferably Python or equivalent for simulations and analysis.
  • Preferred Doctorate degree in Engineering, Physics, or related experience in materials science.
  • Strong understanding of quantum technologies with fabrication/process knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced research in quantum computing covering various topics including gates and coherence.
  • Design and simulate quantum devices to create innovative technological solutions.
  • Develop and implement testing protocols for optimizing quantum device performance.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to tackle complex challenges in quantum device technology.
  • Conduct theoretical analysis and interpret results to guide future research in quantum computing.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
  • Access to financial programs including a 401(k), cash balance pension plan, and IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Generous paid time off policies with 12 holidays, 56 hours sick time, and 120 hours vacation.
  • 12 weeks of parental bonding leave and additional paid care leave programs.
  • Training and educational resources via an AI-driven learning platform for skill development and certifications.
  • Involvement in diverse employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities, along with retail discounts.
Full Job Description
Your role and responsibilities

As a Research Scientist specializing in Quantum Device Technology, you will perform research covering a broad array of topics in Quantum computing. Your expertise will span multiple areas, including gates, coherence, design, simulation, test, tuning, photonics/interconversion, Josephson electronics, and device theory.

Your primary responsibilities will include:
Conduct Advanced Research: Perform in-depth research in quantum computing, exploring various topics such as gates, coherence, and device theory to advance knowledge in the field.
Design and Simulation: Design and simulate quantum devices, leveraging expertise device physics to develop innovative solutions.
Test and Tuning: Develop and implement testing protocols to evaluate and refine quantum devices, ensuring optimal performance and functionality.
Collaborative Problem-Solving: Work with colleagues to address complex challenges in quantum device technology, sharing expertise and insights to drive progress.
Theoretical Analysis: Apply theoretical knowledge to analyze and interpret results, informing future research directions and advancements in quantum computing.

Required education

Master's Degree

Preferred education

Doctorate Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

  • Proven record of research accomplishment.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related experience in materials science and superconducting qubits.
  • Familiarity with programming languages (Python or equivalent).


Preferred technical and professional experience

  • Doctorate degree in Engineering, Physics, or related experience in materials science.
  • Familiarity with quantum technologies and fabrication/process knowledge.
  • Deep Expertise in Quantum Computing: Proven expertise spanning multiple areas of quantum computing, including design, simulation, test, tuning, Josephson electronics, and device theory.


OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

- Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being

- Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs

- Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law

- Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals

- Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

About IBM

Sequent Computer Systems designs and manufactures multiprocessing computer systems based on Cache Coherent Non-Uniform Memory Access architecture, which are used primarily as application and database servers for commercial applications. Through a partnership with Oracle Corporation, Sequent became a dominant high-end UNIX platform in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Later it introduced a next-generation high-end platform for UNIX and Windows NT based on non-uniform memory access architecture, NUMA-Q. Sequent Computer Systems, Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and is based in Beaverton, Oregon. In July 1999 Sequent Computer Systems, Inc. was acquired by International Business Machines Corp.

IBM Careers

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