Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms in our state-of-the-art lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our culture embraces radical innovation with flexible schedules, unlimited PTO, and equity in a Series B unicorn.
What you'll experience:
- Cutting-edge quantum hardware access
- Patent ownership for breakthrough discoveries
- $20k annual learning stipend
- Weekly hackathons with Tesla and SpaceX engineers
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation on 1000+ qubit systems
- Author peer-reviewed publications in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor postdocs in quantum error correction techniques
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop novel control systems
- Secure $5M+ in NSF/DARPA research grants
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and topological quantum systems
- Track record of translating theory to practical implementations