Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs that will redefine technology by 2026. Our interdisciplinary team combines quantum physics, AI, and materials science to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility, leveraging 128-qubit processors and hybrid quantum-classical frameworks. Enjoy competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and dedicated research funding for your projects that could shape the next decade of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Develop novel hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Quantum)
- Secure $2M+ in government/industry research grants annually
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published work in quantum information science or quantum algorithms
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and entanglement principles
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Track record of securing competitive research funding