Job Description
Join NexusLabs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we pioneer breakthrough technologies that will redefine computing by 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware solutions. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a collaborative environment where your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
About NexusLabs: We're a preeminent R&D hub with 15+ Nobel laureates on staff and exclusive partnerships with NASA and MIT. Our quantum division has secured $200M in funding to achieve quantum supremacy by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead prototyping of quantum hardware components at cryogenic temperatures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions with classical systems
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and drive lab innovation roadmap
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)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Experience with superconducting qubit or ion trap systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Strong background in machine learning and classical computing