Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware. Our Boston campus features state-of-the-art quantum labs and unparalleled R&D resources. This is your chance to shape the future of computation while enjoying competitive benefits including equity, flexible work arrangements, and continuous learning stipends.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to advance quantum decoherence mitigation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Drive intellectual property development with 15+ patents filed annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of securing competitive research grants