Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental quantum hardware validation with cryogenic systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies for quantum application pilots
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum processors
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Proven track record of translating theory to practical applications