Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Labs, where we're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine 2026 and beyond. As our Quantum Research Scientist, you'll lead cutting-edge projects in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization. Join our interdisciplinary team of world-class physicists, engineers, and AI specialists to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art lab with access to D-Wave and IBM quantum systems. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to aerospace, accelerating the quantum revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop novel error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve qubit coherence times
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-departmental innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq) and frameworks
- Strong background in quantum information theory and many-body physics
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum research
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments