Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and solve previously insurmountable computational challenges. Work alongside Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art facility with access to D-Wave and IBM quantum processors. Your breakthroughs will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop error-corrected quantum systems
- Publish research in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Lead cross-functional projects applying quantum solutions to real-world problems
- Mentor junior researchers and secure NSF/DoE grant funding
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for 2026-era data processing
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory