**Introduction** IBM Research takes responsibility for technology and its role in society. Working in IBM Research means you'll join a team who invent what's next in computing, always choosing the big, urgent and mind-bending work that endures and shapes generations. Our passion for discovery, and excitement for defining the future of tech, is what builds our strong culture around solving problems for clients and seeing the real world impact that you can make. IBM's product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive. **Your role and responsibilities** IBM Quantum leads the world in quantum computing. We aim to solve complex problems the world’s most powerful supercomputers cannot solve, and never will. We are advancing quantum computing technology, hardware, and software, while exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are committed to driving innovation for our clients, our partners, and the open source Qiskit community. IBM Quantum is building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive global quantum computing ecosystem. Roles and Responsibilities: As a theoretical research scientist with IBM Quantum, your job will be to advance the field of quantum computing. Areas of research include quantum error correction, fault tolerant algorithms, information theory, and compilation. **Required technical and professional expertise** * Experience in academic graduate program related to applicable area of quantum computing, such as error correction, fault tolerant algorithms, information theory, or compilation * Coursework or projects in applicable area * Experience performing theoretical research * Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages such as Python **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Strong publication record in high-impact journals * Programming experience in core & scientific language (e.g. python, numpy, scipy, matplotlib) and Qiskit * Familiarity with Git and/or Github IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.