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Quantum Demonstration Experimentalist

IBM
IBM Salary
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026
Introduction

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Your Role And Responsibilities

As an Experimental Research Scientist with IBM Quantum, you will play a key role in advancing the frontier of quantum computing by pushing the limits of today’s most sophisticated quantum hardware. You will develop and execute first-of-a-kind experimental demonstrations that extend the capabilities and performance of IBM’s quantum processors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement novel quantum hardware demonstrations, showcasing new capabilities that expand the reach of IBM’s quantum systems.
  • Collaborate closely with theorists, experimental physicists, and software engineers to design and execute groundbreaking, advantage-scale experiments.
  • Leverage advanced quantum technologies such as error mitigation, dynamic circuits, high-performance computing integrations, and quantum error correction.
  • Apply deep knowledge of device physics to optimize experimental performance and influence the design of next-generation quantum hardware.
  • Contribute to the advancement of the full quantum computing technology stack, ensuring that quantum computing becomes more usable, robust, and scalable.
  • Engage collaboratively within a research and development environment, participate in executive speaker sessions, and demonstrate strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Preferred Education

Doctorate Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

  • At least 3 years of relevant research experience in experimental quantum computing, simulation, or control. Doctoral research experience may be included.
  • Proven record of research and accomplishment.
  • Programming experience (Python preferred).

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

  • Strong understanding of superconducting qubit device physics or comparable quantum hardware architectures.
  • Experience using experimental techniques such as error mitigation, error suppression, quantum control.
  • Strong publication record in high-impact journals or top conference proceedings.
  • Familiarity with Git and/or Github.
  • Experience with Qiskit or similar quantum software development frameworks.

Salary : $185,000 - $225,000

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