Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and top-tier engineers to develop fault-tolerant quantum systems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research.
We value intellectual curiosity and offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish in leading journals. Your work will directly impact cryptography, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence advancement.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Conduct research on topological qubits and quantum supremacy
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
- Collaborate with defense and finance industry partners
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction or cryptography
- Strong background in superconducting qubit architectures
- Experience with quantum machine learning frameworks
- Expertise in Python, C++, and assembly-level quantum control