Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to lead transformative projects that will redefine computational boundaries. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates with MIT, Caltech, and NASA to develop next-gen quantum algorithms. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, unlimited research budgets, and equity in a unicorn startup poised to disrupt the $3T tech landscape. Relocation assistance provided for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications in cryptography and AI
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in government grants and corporate partnerships
- Develop error-correction protocols for 1000+ qubit systems
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2026 graduates encouraged)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing experience with IBM/Qiskit or similar
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong Python/C++ programming with scientific computing libraries
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or topological quantum computing
- Proven track record of securing research funding