Job Description
Join Nexus 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 next-generation algorithms and hardware interfaces that will redefine computational boundaries. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT to build scalable quantum systems.
As a key innovator in our Quantum Division, you'll leverage cutting-edge hardware from partners like Rigetti and IonQ while contributing to open-source quantum frameworks. Your work directly impacts breakthrough applications in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research publications in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum mechanics principles
- Secure $2M+ in government/industry grants
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and Q2B conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# frameworks
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion traps
- Validated ability to secure federal research funding