Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the frontier of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect the next generation of computational paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop quantum algorithms that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to logistics.
Your Impact: Lead breakthrough research in quantum error correction, develop scalable quantum architectures, and translate theoretical models into real-world applications. You'll shape our roadmap for 2026 while mentoring the next generation of quantum pioneers.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer equity in a pre-IPO quantum unicorn, unlimited R&D budget, and access to our 128-qubit quantum annealer. Our culture values intellectual curiosity above all else.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating quantum research into commercial applications
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Architect hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for 2026 use cases
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics from top-tier institution
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with published papers
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with HPC optimization experience
- Demonstrated success in securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems