Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs, a pioneering research institution at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to join our elite team in San Francisco and drive breakthroughs that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. You'll work in a state-of-the-art facility alongside Nobel Prize-winning physicists and world-class engineers, developing quantum algorithms that could revolutionize cryptography, AI, and materials science.
This role offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research, including access to our 128-qubit quantum processor and collaboration with MIT and Stanford's quantum research initiatives. We provide comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity and bold thinking. If you're passionate about harnessing quantum mechanics to solve humanity's greatest challenges, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex computational problems
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Develop quantum machine learning models for predictive analytics
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure federal research grants and industry partnerships
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Q#, Qiskit, or quantum circuit design
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with quantum simulation frameworks (Quil, Cirq)
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations