Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational capabilities. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates in state-of-the-art facilities, leveraging IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in top-tier journals and contribute to patentable innovations that will shape the next decade of technology.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error mitigation techniques for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-resistant cryptography protocols
- Lead experimental validation of quantum advantage in real-world applications
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals and at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $1M+ in federal/state quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulation frameworks
- Published research in top quantum computing conferences (QIP, QCE)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Deep understanding of quantum machine learning algorithms
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum hardware
- Track record of securing DOE/NIST quantum research funding