Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility, leveraging 500-qubit quantum processors to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the technological landscape of the next decade with competitive equity packages and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Secure $2M+ in government and private research grants annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on next-gen quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and assembly-level quantum control