Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco laboratory, where innovation meets impact.
What You'll Achieve: Design next-gen quantum circuits, publish in Nature Physics, and contribute to our quantum supremacy roadmap. Your work will directly influence the $100B+ quantum computing market by 2030.
Responsibilities
- Architect novel quantum algorithms for error correction and optimization
- Lead experiments with superconducting qubits and photonic systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams on quantum processor design
- Secure $1M+ in research grants and patents
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum theory
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Published research in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware
- Track record of securing research funding