Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. Our cross-disciplinary team develops fault-tolerant quantum systems for cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. This role offers unparalleled access to cutting-edge hardware and collaborative research environments with MIT and NASA partners.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Develop error mitigation protocols for 100+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate operations
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in DoE/NIST quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in tensor network simulations and Hamiltonian engineering
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes (surface/LDPC)
- Strong background in condensed matter theory or topological computing
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters