Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco, where innovation meets real-world application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning applications
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Develop quantum simulation frameworks for complex molecular modeling
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming experience with Qiskit or Cirq
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction protocols and topological qubits
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems