Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in quantum information processing.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols on superconducting qubits
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Author breakthrough publications in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
- Secure and manage multi-million dollar research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or quantum algorithms
- Expertise in cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Proven track record of securing federal research funding