Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum solutions for 2026 and beyond, seeking visionary researchers to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research in quantum cryptography, error correction, and machine learning integration. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment where theoretical physics meets practical application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into functional prototypes
- Secure competitive research funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with published papers
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum information theory and complexity classes
- Experience with cryogenic systems or photonic quantum hardware
- Proven ability to secure external research funding
- Excellent communication skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration