Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer the next era of computing. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and applications that will redefine industries by 2026. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech hub offers unparalleled resources and collaborative opportunities to transform theoretical quantum principles into practical solutions.
You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in an environment where curiosity drives progress. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited research budgets, and flexible work arrangements designed for peak innovation. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of computational science while contributing to humanity's most ambitious technological challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams to prototype quantum solutions for Fortune 500 partners
- Author breakthrough research papers for Nature and Science journals with 5+ annual publications
- Develop error-correction frameworks to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors with 100+ qubit systems
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA programs
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field from top-tier institution
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in Nature/Science with 20+ peer-reviewed papers
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with deep learning frameworks integration
- Experience securing government research grants ($1M+ preferred)
- Track record of commercializing quantum technologies with IP portfolio
- Strong background in topological quantum computing or quantum supremacy