Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Solutions at the forefront of the 2026 quantum revolution. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-generation algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and AI visionaries to solve previously unsolvable problems in drug discovery, climate modeling, and cryptography. Our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab offers unprecedented access to quantum hardware and a culture where your breakthrough ideas become industry standards. If you're ready to harness quantum superposition and entanglement to build the future, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical 2026 applications in AI and materials science
- Lead quantum error correction research to achieve fault-tolerant computing milestones
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for enterprise-scale optimization problems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor interdisciplinary teams of physicists, computer scientists, and engineers
- Secure $5M+ in NSF/DOE grants for quantum computing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and circuit optimization
- Proven track record publishing in top quantum computing journals or conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and error correction codes
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with experience in high-performance computing environments
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex quantum concepts into business applications
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum information theory