Summary
Brendan Saxberg is a Staff Research Scientist at IBM with a PhD in Physics and over eight years of hands-on experience in quantum science, including six-plus years focused on quantum simulation using cQED toolboxes and prior work in ultracold atom interferometry. He has led full experimental lifecycles for superconducting quantum systems—from design and fabrication to large-system measurement and data analysis—alongside a strong record of scientific communication via publications, mentoring, and conference talks. His background blends deep experimental skill with theoretical rigor from dual training in physics and mathematics, enabling him to translate complex quantum concepts into reproducible lab systems. Based in White Plains, NY, he brings both academic depth from the University of Chicago and practical industry impact at IBM, with a knack for scaling experiments that bridge fundamental research and applied quantum engineering.
8 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Physics;Mathematics, Bachelor's degree, Physics;Mathematics at University of Washington
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Physics, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Physics at University of Chicago