Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Labs, where we're pioneering quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and protocols that will revolutionize industries from healthcare to logistics. Join our elite team of innovators in a state-of-the-art lab equipped with D-Wave and IBM quantum systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish breakthrough research while contributing to projects that will define the next decade of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional projects with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and complexity theory
- Proficiency with high-performance computing environments
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (D-Wave, IBM Q)
- Strong track record of securing research funding