Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum systems for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art quantum lab, where theoretical physics meets real-world innovation. Your work will directly shape the next generation of computing paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Develop novel quantum error correction methodologies
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Collaborate with engineering teams to scale quantum systems
- Publish research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum theory and applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum libraries (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theory into experimental results