Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we engineer the computational paradigm of 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine industries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art lab, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy. Our culture values audacious thinking and celebrates failure as a stepping stone to discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error mitigation techniques to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Contribute to quantum security frameworks for post-2026 digital infrastructure
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Expertise in quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions, photonic)
- Strong background in machine learning and classical-quantum hybrid systems
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes