Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms and protocols to solve previously impossible computational challenges. Collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art facility, where innovation meets real-world impact. Your work will directly shape the future of cryptography, AI optimization, and molecular modeling.
What We Offer:
- Unlimited R&D budget and access to quantum annealing hardware
- Equity package in a pre-IPO unicorn
- Flexible hybrid work with cutting-edge lab access
- Annual quantum research retreats in international tech hubs
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional projects in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
- Secure federal and private research grants for 2026 quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2026 graduates welcome)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in quantum information science or top-tier CS/physics journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallelization
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and quantum mechanics
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes