Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop breakthrough quantum algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational possibilities. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art quantum research facility.
Our team operates at the intersection of physics, computer science, and AI, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in quantum supremacy, cryptography, and molecular simulation. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in Nature/Science journals and shape the next generation of quantum technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processor architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with IBM Q or Google Quantum
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity theory
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Strong publication record in top-tier quantum journals/conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic systems and microwave control electronics
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes