Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen algorithms in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. Enjoy flexible schedules, unlimited PTO, and a $20k annual innovation budget. Your work will directly impact breakthroughs in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum error correction systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Secure $5M+ in NSF grants for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit stability improvements
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in tensor networks and quantum simulation tools
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis