Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will revolutionize industries. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Shape the future of computation with our team of Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Develop error-corrected quantum systems with fault-tolerant architectures
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Collaborate with materials scientists to engineer novel qubit technologies
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing venues
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory