Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to design scalable quantum algorithms and error-corrected systems. Our state-of-the-art lab features 128-qubit processors and cryogenic cooling systems. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, unlimited PTO, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup shaping 2026's technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish research in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor junior researchers and lead cross-functional project teams
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry research grants
- Drive open-source contributions to quantum software frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in quantum computing research
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- US citizenship or permanent residency required