Job Description
Shape the technological frontier with Nexus Quantum Labs, pioneering quantum solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to lead breakthrough projects at our San Francisco headquarters. Join a multidisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and MIT alumni working on fault-tolerant quantum processors and algorithm optimization for real-world applications.
This role offers unparalleled access to our $50M quantum lab, cutting-edge hardware partnerships with IBM and Rigetti, and the opportunity to publish in Nature and Science. Enjoy flexible hybrid work, equity grants, and a wellness stipend while accelerating humanity's transition to the quantum era.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in finance and drug discovery
- Develop error correction protocols for next-gen quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum machine learning models
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate software with quantum annealers
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure federal grants through DOE and NSF quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulation tools
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in linear algebra and quantum error correction codes
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills