Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley lab, where your work will directly impact breakthroughs in drug discovery, climate modeling, and artificial intelligence. This is your opportunity to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams to prototype quantum solutions for Fortune 500 partners
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and present at global tech conferences
- Optimize quantum circuit architectures for scalability and error mitigation
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Develop IP portfolios with 15+ patent applications annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development on hardware platforms
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Proven track record of translating theory into commercial prototypes
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)