Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility, where you'll shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science. This role offers unparalleled resources, flexible innovation time, and equity in a pre-IPO startup valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping quantum applications
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubits
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Patent portfolio or commercial quantum software deployment