Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're seeking a brilliant Senior Quantum Computing Researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware solutions. Our Cambridge facility houses state-of-the-art cryogenic systems and partners with MIT for unparalleled research opportunities. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and the chance to shape the future of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Collaborate with hardware team to improve qubit coherence times
- Lead cross-functional projects with machine learning and cryptography teams
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers and supervise PhD interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Proven ability to secure federal research grants