Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum solutions for 2026's most complex challenges. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware interfaces that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where your work directly contributes to breakthroughs in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Author peer-reviewed publications and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks
- Optimize quantum circuit architectures for real-world scalability
- Secure $5M+ in research grants through NIH and NSF proposals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on quantum systems
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfacing
- Track record of translating theoretical models into functional prototypes