Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Labs, where quantum innovation meets practical application. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and protocols for next-gen computational systems. Join our elite team in San Francisco, working alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll leverage our state-of-the-art quantum processors to pioneer solutions in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. This is your chance to contribute to technologies that will redefine 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives with hardware and software teams
- Publish breakthrough findings in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum applications
- Secure and manage research grants from federal agencies and private foundations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Experience with high-performance computing environments