Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect breakthrough algorithms and accelerate the quantum frontier. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's next technological paradigm while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides an incubator for quantum innovation, offering competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge quantum hardware. If you're driven to solve humanity's most complex challenges through quantum mechanics, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum circuits on next-generation processors
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop quantum software frameworks accessible to industry partners
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years research experience
- Published record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum algorithms and complexity theory
- Experience with quantum hardware (superconducting, ion trap, photonic)
- Strong mathematical foundations in linear algebra and probability
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations