Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware interfaces that will redefine computational capabilities. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, DARPA, and Fortune 500 partners to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
About Nexus Labs: A Silicon Valley-based innovation hub with $500M+ in funding, we're building the quantum infrastructure for 2026. Our 200+ scientists work in state-of-the-art labs with access to IBM Quantum, D-Wave, and custom-built quantum processors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from government/private entities
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting qubits or ion trap systems
- Strong mathematical background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Security clearance eligibility (for government collaborations)