Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing architectures to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art quantum lab, pushing the boundaries of computational physics and information security.
Our interdisciplinary team leverages cutting-edge hardware, machine learning, and theoretical physics to develop quantum algorithms that will redefine encryption, drug discovery, and climate modeling. You'll contribute to projects with global impact while shaping the future of secure digital infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptographic applications
- Conduct experimental research on quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Secure federal research grants for quantum security initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and Qiskit/PyTorch Quantum
- Published work in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum conferences
- Proficiency in C++/Python for quantum simulation development
- Strong background in quantum cryptography and post-quantum algorithms
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and microwave control