Job Description
Join the quantum revolution at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're engineering the computational paradigm of 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of theoretical physics, advanced algorithms, and scalable quantum hardware. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's Tech District offers unparalleled resources to transform quantum theory into real-world solutions for cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
We're seeking visionary minds who thrive at the bleeding edge of technology. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors while developing quantum error correction protocols, optimizing qubit stability, and designing next-gen quantum processors that will redefine computational limits.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex computational challenges
- Lead experiments on superconducting and photonic quantum computing platforms
- Develop novel quantum error correction techniques for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit coherence times
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure government and industry grants for quantum research initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum-specific libraries
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems