Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological innovation. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's Innovation District. This role offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum algorithms, error correction, and practical applications in cryptography and materials science.
We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to our Quantum Research Cloud with 100+ qubit processors. Our culture values intellectual curiosity and rapid prototyping, with dedicated hackathons and conference sponsorships.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into experimental prototypes
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to identify commercial applications
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research grants