Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. Our interdisciplinary team operates in a state-of-the-art facility with access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems, alongside $50M in R&D funding. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in Nature/Science journals and contribute to patent portfolios that will shape the next decade of technology.
Benefits include equity grants, unlimited PTO, and a $15,000 annual innovation stipend. Our collaborative environment fosters cross-functional partnerships with AI, cryptography, and materials science divisions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Collaborate with hardware teams to mitigate decoherence and error correction challenges
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for practical 2026 applications
- Author peer-reviewed publications and contribute to open-source quantum libraries
- Mentor junior researchers and present findings at international conferences
- Secure federal and corporate grants for quantum computing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years quantum research
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published work in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental implementations
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Track record of securing research funding or industry partnerships