Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including cryogenic systems and photonic processors. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and continuous learning opportunities through our Quantum Innovation Academy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction techniques to stabilize multi-qubit quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
- Secure funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with quantum simulation frameworks (Quil, Q#)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental protocols