Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and hardware. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish high-impact research in leading journals and conferences
- Secure and manage $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers in quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error mitigation techniques
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science journals
- Familiarity with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and qubit manipulation
- Strong background in machine learning and classical optimization