Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum 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 groundbreaking algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. Work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
What You'll Achieve:
- Design quantum algorithms with exponential speedups for optimization problems
- Collaborate on quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Contribute to quantum hardware integration with classical infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams to commercialize quantum applications
Responsibilities
- Architect novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and simulation
- Optimize quantum circuit performance on superconducting platforms
- Validate quantum supremacy experiments through benchmarking
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent disclosures
- Secure $5M+ in government/private research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Translate research into scalable industrial solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science journals preferred
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Track record of securing competitive research grants
- Expertise in quantum error correction techniques