Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution in 2026. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling. As a Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art facility alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
We offer unparalleled resources including 128-qubit quantum processors, dedicated lab time, and $50K annual research budget. Our culture values audacious thinking, rapid prototyping, and ethical innovation. Relocation assistance and equity grants available for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional projects with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdocs in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems
- Experience securing federal research grants
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies preferred