Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility where theoretical physics meets practical application.
Why Nexus Innovations?
- Unprecedented access to quantum hardware and 5,000+ qubit systems
- Partnership with MIT Quantum Computing Lab
- Equity package with 0.5% - 2.0% RSUs
- $50,000 annual research stipend
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum applications for finance and healthcare
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2023 graduates encouraged)
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum algorithms or error correction
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane frameworks
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum processors
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Track record of open-source quantum computing contributions
- Security clearance eligibility (for government projects)