Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering breakthroughs that will define 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to join our elite team in San Francisco. This is your chance to work at the intersection of theoretical physics and practical application, developing quantum algorithms that will revolutionize industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including access to 128-qubit processors and cryogenic computing environments. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in an environment that values bold thinking and rigorous science. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated research budgets for conference attendance and publication.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals and premier conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and supervise graduate-level interns
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Collaborate with industry partners to translate research into commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Python, Q#, and quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in top-tier journals/conferences
- Experience with cryogenic systems and quantum hardware integration
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex research projects from concept to execution
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and topological quantum computing