Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware architectures that will power the next decade of innovation. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of computation while working with world-class experts in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction techniques to enhance qubit stability
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong foundation in quantum mechanics and linear algebra
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Familiarity with quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions)
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)