Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT-trained engineers to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit quantum processors and access to national research networks. This is your chance to shape the future of computing.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- Lead cross-functional R&D projects with industry partners (Google, IBM, NASA)
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion trap technology
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proven ability to secure federal research grants (NSF, DARPA)