Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and world-class engineers to develop scalable quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to quantum processors and a $50M innovation fund. This is your chance to shape the future of computation and solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum hardware systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype next-generation quantum processors
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI and materials science teams
- Secure competitive research grants and patents
- Mentor junior researchers and interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills