Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, material science, and artificial intelligence. Work alongside Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art facility with access to IBM Quantum and Rigetti systems.
Our team operates on a 4-day workweek with unlimited PTO, equity grants, and a $20K annual innovation budget. We offer relocation assistance and visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publish findings in leading journals and present at IEEE/APS conferences
- Develop quantum machine learning models for predictive analytics
- Mentor junior researchers and drive open-source quantum projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum information science or top-tier conference proceedings
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and quantum error correction
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Portfolio demonstrating quantum algorithm implementations