Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering the next wave of computational breakthroughs. We seek visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols for our 2026 quantum advantage roadmap. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and tech pioneers in redefining computational boundaries.
What you'll achieve: Design fault-tolerant quantum circuits, optimize quantum annealing processes, and collaborate with hardware teams to bridge theoretical models with practical implementations. Your work will directly impact cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Implement error correction codes for 100+ qubit systems
- Lead research on quantum machine learning frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams on quantum processor integration
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Track record of translating theory to experimental results
- Active participant in IEEE Quantum Computing Standards