Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. This role offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum supremacy applications in cryptography, AI optimization, and material science.
Our state-of-the-art quantum lab features 128-qubit processors and collaborates with MIT, Stanford, and IBM Quantum Network. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible hybrid work, and dedicated R&D budget. Shape the future of computing with our elite team of Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum-cryptography protocol development
- Validate quantum supremacy claims through rigorous benchmarking
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit coherence optimization
- Secure $2M+ annual R&D grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or algorithm design
- Expertise in quantum machine learning applications
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and assembly-level optimization
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubits
- Strong track record of securing government research grants