Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates with MIT and Stanford to translate theoretical breakthroughs into real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead prototyping of superconducting qubit systems at cryogenic temperatures
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve qubit coherence times
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of quantum circuit design experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes
- Hands-on experience with dilution refrigerators