Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum computing that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to logistics. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop cutting-edge algorithms, optimize quantum hardware interfaces, and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex problems. Your work will directly shape the technological landscape of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization challenges
- Collaborate with hardware teams to overcome quantum decoherence and error correction barriers
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at global tech conferences
- Secure and manage $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor junior researchers and develop quantum computing curricula
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulation frameworks
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems