Job Description
Join NexaLabs at the forefront of quantum innovation. We're pioneering breakthroughs that will redefine computing by 2026, and we need exceptional minds to shape this future. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms and hardware solutions. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and discovery.
We value intellectual curiosity, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a passion for solving humanity's most complex challenges. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling, positioning you at the intersection of science and technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop error-corrected qubit systems
- Lead research publications in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for real-world applications
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation through hackathons
- Secure research grants and partnerships with leading institutions
- Translate theoretical advances into patentable quantum technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological computing
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and information theory
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Proven track record of securing competitive research grants