Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility, leveraging quantum annealers and superconducting qubits to solve previously impossible challenges in cryptography, optimization, and machine learning.
This role offers unparalleled resources, including access to quantum hardware and a $50M R&D budget. You'll shape the future of technology while contributing to open-source quantum frameworks and publishing high-impact research. We offer competitive equity, flexible remote options, and relocation assistance to join our mission-driven team.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NLP optimization and financial modeling
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant encryption protocols
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning initiatives
- Present findings at global quantum computing summits (Q2B, IEEE)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computational Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum simulation libraries
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Demonstrated ability to secure $1M+ in research grants