Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next generation of quantum computing systems. We're seeking visionary Research Scientists to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and collaboration with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and MIT-trained engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead experiments with superconducting qubits and photonic quantum processors
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors with 1000+ qubits
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in government grants for quantum computing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware or photonic systems
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance