Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the 2026 quantum revolution. We're pioneering the next frontier of computing, and we need visionary minds like yours to unlock unprecedented computational power. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning mentors to develop algorithms that will reshape industries—from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 1000-qubit processors and exclusive industry partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation, and machine learning
- Develop error-correction protocols to enhance qubit stability in next-gen processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Secure multi-million dollar research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and drive lab innovation initiatives
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on real-world quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper)
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in high-performance computing and parallel architectures
- Demonstrated success in securing research funding
- Strong background in linear algebra, topology, and quantum mechanics
- Experience with quantum error correction codes (surface codes, LDPC)