Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we shape the quantum computing landscape for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction protocols. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish in top-tier journals while contributing to projects that will redefine computational paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error mitigation techniques for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record in quantum algorithm development (Shor, Grover variants)
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences (QIP, IEEE Quantum)
- Experience securing DoE/NSF grants
- Fluency in Python/C++ with high-performance computing optimization skills