Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we redefine computational boundaries for 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware solutions. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility, contributing to breakthroughs in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. This role offers unparalleled resources, including access to quantum annealers and superconducting processors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure government and industry grants for experimental quantum computing projects
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Partner with tech giants to commercialize quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Proficiency with quantum simulators and real quantum hardware
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF, DoE, DARPA)
- Proven track record of translating theory into practical applications