Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll lead groundbreaking research in quantum algorithms, simulation, and error correction. Join our interdisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
We offer a collaborative environment with cutting-edge lab facilities, competitive equity packages, and opportunities to publish in top-tier journals. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop quantum simulation models to validate hardware performance
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers and publish findings in Nature/Science journals
- Stay current with emerging quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit) and simulation tools
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Expertise in linear algebra, complex analysis, and computational complexity
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants