Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs that will define 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-generation solutions for real-world challenges in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. This role offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical models into scalable quantum systems that will shape humanity's digital future.
Our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus features dedicated quantum annealing labs, supercomputing clusters, and collaborative innovation spaces. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners while contributing to projects with global impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical applications in finance, logistics, and healthcare
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop error-corrected quantum processors operating at room temperature
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Develop proprietary quantum machine learning frameworks for predictive analytics
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding for 2026 initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction protocols
- Published record in Nature/Science journals on quantum computing breakthroughs
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Demonstrated success in translating quantum theory to commercial applications
- Experience securing NSF or DARPA grants for quantum research
- Strong background in cryogenic engineering and quantum hardware integration