Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our interdisciplinary team tackles humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of computation while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art research facility.
We provide comprehensive benefits including equity grants, flexible remote work options, and dedicated R&D budgets. Your work will directly influence breakthrough applications across finance, healthcare, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubit systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum theory and experimental protocols
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, or Google)
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and circuit optimization
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent high-impact journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing services