Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering the next generation of quantum computing systems that will redefine computational boundaries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in a culture that values curiosity and bold experimentation. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes in cryogenic environments
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processor architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at international quantum conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design (e.g., QAOA, VQE, Shor's algorithm)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in top-tier quantum journals/conferences
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, IonQ)