Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the quantum revolution! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect breakthrough algorithms for the 2026 technological horizon. As part of our elite R&D team, you'll develop next-gen quantum solutions that redefine computational boundaries. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for innovation, including access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems. This role is pivotal in preparing humanity for the quantum era, with opportunities to publish in Nature and collaborate with Nobel laureates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead fault-tolerant quantum computing research targeting 2026 deployment milestones
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for industrial applications
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure quantum computing patents with commercialization potential
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Computational Mathematics
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development with Qiskit/Cirq
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Published work in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit optimization
- Experience with quantum cloud platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)