Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop next-gen solutions for cryptography, optimization, and AI acceleration in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation on 100+ qubit quantum processors
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Secure $5M+ research grants and publish in Nature/Science
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Patent breakthrough quantum computing methodologies
- Partner with Intel, Google, and NASA on joint R&D projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with superconducting qubits
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and high-performance computing
- Strong background in quantum error correction techniques
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)