Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, IBM, and MIT to commercialize quantum solutions in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. Enjoy cutting-edge lab facilities, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that rewards intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on 1000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to mitigate quantum decoherence
- Publish research in Nature Physics/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in DARPA/NIST grants for quantum security initiatives
- Mentor PhD interns from Caltech and Stanford
- Transition prototypes to production quantum cloud services
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with Qiskit/Cirq frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum error correction
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Security clearance preferred for government projects