Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and computational systems that will redefine industries by 2026. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge quantum hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
As part of our Quantum Innovation Division, you'll contribute to projects that accelerate quantum advantage in cryptography, optimization, and AI. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible research budgets, and access to exclusive industry partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research initiatives in error correction and quantum coherence
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure patents and intellectual property for quantum innovations
- Develop roadmaps for quantum advantage implementation in enterprise systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Expertise in machine learning and classical algorithm optimization