Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization.
Why Nexus Labs? Our state-of-the-art quantum lab features 500-qubit processors and zero-temperature cryogenic systems. You'll receive a $50,000 annual research stipend and 20% dedicated innovation time.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era systems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Lead cross-functional projects with materials science and AI teams
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics/Science journals
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum circuit optimization
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes
- Experience with quantum hardware (e.g., IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory