Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and contribute to breakthroughs in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides access to quantum annealers, superconducting processors, and a team of world-class physicists. You'll work on projects with direct commercial applications, publishing in top-tier journals and filing patents that shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives in quantum machine learning
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research funding through NSF and DoD grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Q#, Qiskit, or quantum circuit design tools
- Strong publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Ability to secure competitive research funding