Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation shaping 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine industries. Our cutting-edge lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to accelerate breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment where curiosity drives discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error mitigation techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with engineering teams to translate theoretical models into practical systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and gate-level optimization
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research grants
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills