Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we prepare for the 2026 quantum computing revolution. We're seeking a pioneering researcher to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and solve previously impossible computational challenges. You'll work in our state-of-the-art facility with cutting-edge hardware, collaborating with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to redefine technological boundaries.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the quantum landscape, publish breakthrough research, and contribute to projects that will transform industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. Our compensation package includes equity, unlimited PTO, and a $20k annual learning stipend.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Develop error mitigation strategies for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with industry partners to deploy quantum solutions in finance and logistics
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present at international quantum conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming and experimental physics
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory