Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we prepare for the 2026 quantum computing revolution. We're seeking a pioneering researcher to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco lab, equipped with the world's most advanced quantum processors. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the next technological paradigm shift.
What you'll achieve:
• Pioneer breakthrough quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
• Publish top-tier research in Nature/Science journals
• Secure $2M+ in NSF grants for quantum initiatives
• Mentor the next generation of quantum scientists
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms targeting 2026 computational challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions with classical AI systems
- Develop fault-tolerant quantum circuits for industrial-scale applications
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
- Author patents and publish in IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering
- Present findings at quantum computing summits (e.g., Q2B, IEEE Quantum Week)
- Collaborate with MIT and Caltech on quantum supremacy projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of securing quantum research grants ($1M+)
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy thresholds for 2026
- Experience mentoring quantum PhD candidates
- Clearance for DOE quantum research projects