Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT-trained engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Enjoy unlimited PTO, cutting-edge resources, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in Nature Physics. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum hardware components
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier scientific journals
- Secure federal and private quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with NASA on quantum-resistant space communications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Expertise in superconducting qubit systems or photonic quantum computing
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware interfaces
- Security clearance preferred for government projects