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 Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility, pushing the limits of quantum supremacy while solving humanity's most complex challenges.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in top-tier journals, shape industry standards, and contribute to projects with global impact. Our compensation package includes equity, comprehensive benefits, and a dedicated research budget.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processor architectures
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers and build quantum computing curriculum for 2026 workforce
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (Nature, PRL, etc.)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of developing quantum algorithms with real-world applications
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Ability to secure competitive research funding