Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, contributing to breakthroughs in cryptography, AI optimization, and molecular modeling.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package including relocation assistance. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, collaborative innovation, and sustainable impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex computational challenges
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum hardware systems
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping quantum processors
- Collaborate with quantum hardware engineers to optimize system performance
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at global conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum mechanics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Deep understanding of quantum algorithms and complexity theory
- Ability to secure competitive research funding