Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art facility collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. We offer unmatched resources, flexible schedules, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Your work will directly impact breakthroughs in quantum cryptography, AI optimization, and molecular modeling.
Why QuantumLeap? • 4-day work week • $20K annual education stipend • Cutting-edge lab access • Remote-first with quarterly in-person innovation retreats
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for error correction and scalability
- Design and execute experiments on 50+ qubit quantum processors
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-accelerated machine learning
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science)
- Secure $500K+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Develop patentable quantum hardware innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing experience
- Published research in quantum algorithms or hardware
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap qubits
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills
- Track record of securing federal research funding