Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering the next generation of computational technology that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research in quantum algorithms, error correction, and scalable hardware.
We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity in our quantum startup. If you're passionate about shaping the future of technology, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error mitigation techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on quantum software-hardware integration
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, etc.)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum libraries (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubits
- Proven ability to secure competitive research grants