Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to develop scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation and industry partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware performance
- Collaborate with hardware team to optimize qubit coherence times
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research grants and partnerships with quantum industry leaders
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks
- Published work in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred