Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and hardware for 2026 deployment. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley innovators in developing quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum processors. Your work will directly impact global cybersecurity, drug discovery, and materials science.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to state-of-the-art quantum annealing systems. This role requires 5+ years of quantum physics expertise and a passion for solving humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead quantum hardware testing and error correction protocols
- Collaborate with cryptography teams on quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing publications
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics