Job Description
Join NexaLabs at the forefront of quantum revolution! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols that will define technological paradigms of 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art labs, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy, error correction, and practical quantum applications. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in top-tier journals, file patents, and shape the future of computation.
What You'll Achieve:
• Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
• Develop fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures
• Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into scalable quantum systems
• Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks
• Mentor next-generation quantum engineers through our academic partnerships
Responsibilities
- Develop proprietary quantum algorithms for machine learning and cryptography applications
- Architect scalable quantum computing hardware-software interfaces
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims in real-world scenarios
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times and gate fidelities
- Author peer-reviewed publications and technical whitepapers
- Secure $2M+ in research grants through NIH/NSF/DoD partnerships
- Mentor PhD interns in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development using Qiskit/Cirq/PennyLane
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit optimization techniques
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum computing platforms
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants
- Strong background in quantum machine learning applications
- Published in Nature/Science/Physical Review X within last 5 years