Job Description
Shape the quantum frontier at Nexus Labs, where we're pioneering the computational revolution of 2026. We seek a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems. Join our interdisciplinary team at the intersection of physics, computer science, and materials engineering. You'll work with cutting-edge quantum hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates to redefine technological boundaries. This role offers unparalleled resources and the opportunity to publish in leading journals while contributing to real-world applications in cryptography, drug discovery, and optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware and fault-tolerant systems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error correction protocols and hybrid quantum-classical frameworks
- Collaborate with materials engineering team to optimize qubit stability and coherence times
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor PhD researchers and drive innovation in quantum software development
- Secure research grants from DARPA, NSF, and industry partners
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Engineering with 3+ years of postdoctoral experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (e.g., PRL, Quantum)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum machine learning frameworks
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and high-performance computing
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault-tolerance theory
- Experience with cryogenic systems and quantum control electronics
- Strong track record of securing competitive research funding