Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and solve previously impossible computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay.
Our team operates at the intersection of theoretical physics, machine learning, and practical engineering. We offer unparalleled resources including 128-qubit quantum processors, dedicated supercomputing clusters, and unrestricted research budgets. This role includes opportunities to publish in Nature/Science journals and present at major international conferences.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols on cryogenic systems
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical machine learning pipelines
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier scientific journals
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published work in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Strong mathematical background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits preferred