Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs and pioneer the future of computing by 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms that will redefine industries. Our cross-disciplinary team pushes the boundaries of quantum mechanics, machine learning, and cryptography to solve previously unsolvable challenges. This is your opportunity to shape the technological landscape at a company backed by $500M in funding and partnerships with NASA and MIT.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible remote work options, and access to state-of-the-art quantum hardware. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish your findings in Science and Nature. Your work will directly impact drug discovery, climate modeling, and AI optimization – accelerating human progress by decades.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and cryptography
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish 2+ peer-reviewed papers annually in top-tier journals
- Present breakthroughs at IEEE Quantum Week and industry conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure government/industry grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing frameworks
- Experience with quantum simulators and cloud platforms (IBM, AWS Braket)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical models into practical implementations