Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and dedicated quantum annealing clusters.
We foster a culture of audacious innovation where your ideas could shape the technological landscape for decades. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible R&D time, and collaboration with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners. Your work will directly contribute to humanity's most ambitious computational milestones.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols using 50+ qubit systems
- Develop error correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize classical/quantum neural networks
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithm design or quantum error correction
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments (HPC clusters)
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics and information theory
- Experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Strong track record of securing government or industry research funding
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences