Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our cutting-edge lab features 512-qubit processors and a $50M research budget. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, unlimited PTO, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup. Shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for machine learning optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum-resistant encryption systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals with 10+ citations
- Develop proprietary quantum simulation frameworks for drug discovery
- Secure $2M+ in DARPA/NASA research grants annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum error correction methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years with 128+ qubit quantum computing platforms
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq with 50+ GitHub repositories
- Published in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in tensor networks and quantum machine learning
- Security clearance eligibility for government contracts
- Fluency in Python, Rust, and quantum assembly languages