Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we redefine computational boundaries for 2026. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum error correction and scalable qubit architectures. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay Area. Your work will directly impact fields from pharmaceutical discovery to climate modeling, solving problems previously deemed impossible. We offer competitive equity, flexible hybrid work, and unparalleled professional development in a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead research on topological qubit stabilization and fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for enterprise solutions
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at global conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- 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 algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or quantum supremacy
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (AWS Braket, IBM Quantum)
- Track record of securing research grants or industry partnerships