Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution in 2026. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 512-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs. Shape the future of computational science while enjoying competitive equity packages and flexible research agendas.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead experimental quantum hardware testing with superconducting qubits
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Collaborate with AI teams on hybrid quantum-classical frameworks
- Secure $2M+ in NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in quantum error correction and decoherence
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)