Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational capabilities. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum supremacy, cryptography, and machine learning applications.
Why Nexus Labs? We provide competitive compensation, equity packages, and dedicated R&D funding. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment that values intellectual curiosity and bold innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experiments with superconducting qubits and photonic processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with engineering teams to translate theory into prototype hardware
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published work in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Strong background in linear algebra and statistical mechanics
- Experience with cryogenic systems and microwave control electronics
- Demonstrated ability to secure government research grants