Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography in our state-of-the-art facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent
- Expertise in quantum error correction techniques
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap qubits