Research Science Intern (Quantum)
Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA IT development
Job description
Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.
Your Role and Responsibilities
· Work towards developing a community of individuals driven to contribute to Quantum computing research and education
· Work across team and organizational boundaries with internal and external stakeholders for developing educational programs and activities
· Work with cross-functional team for logistical planning, event production, and long term goal setting for a program targeting a highly technical audience
· Measurement, tracking and reporting of outcomes to stakeholders
· Learning and studying quantum computing with Qiskit and its tools with first hand educational resources
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent work experience
· Solid quantum computing knowledge
· Some experience with Qiskit (IBM SDK for programming Quantum Computers)
· Passion for education and career growth
· Comfortable leading internal and external meetings
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
· Master’s Degree in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry with a focus on quantum computing (for example during internship or master thesis)
· Deep knowledge of Quantum Computing and its applications
· Good Qiskit knowledge (ex: you have already run few small projects or contributed to GitHub)
· Have attended a Qiskit/IBM Quantum events or participated in some programs such as: Qiskit Advocate, IBM Quantum Challenge, Qiskit Global Summer School, etc. Enthusiasm about teaching Quantum Computing and developing educational material