Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions for complex optimization problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI. Collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art facility at the heart of Silicon Valley.
What you'll achieve:
- Design scalable quantum circuits for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to implement quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Secure US Department of Energy grants for next-gen quantum initiatives
- Patent novel quantum algorithms with commercial potential
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quantum algorithms for industry-specific optimization challenges
- Lead quantum error correction research to achieve fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Author peer-reviewed publications in Nature Physics/Science
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and World Economic Forum summits
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning programs
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NIST quantum computing grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error mitigation techniques
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (IBM Rigetti/Quantinuum)
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory