Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation to shape the computational landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to pioneer breakthrough algorithms, error-correction protocols, and quantum machine learning models. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art lab where theoretical physics meets real-world application. This role offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum supremacy, develop next-gen cryptographic systems, and solve previously intractable computational challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation, and machine learning
- Develop quantum error correction protocols and fault-tolerant computing frameworks
- Lead research initiatives in quantum supremacy demonstrations and quantum hardware-software co-design
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patents in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation with AI/ML teams
- Secure external funding through NSF grants and industry partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and high-performance computing
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics, linear algebra, and computational complexity
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong track record of translating theoretical concepts into practical implementations