Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility, where cutting-edge research meets real-world application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-corrected quantum computing architectures
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum applications
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals/conferences
- Secure $2M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum hardware solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proven track record of high-impact publications
- Experience with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding