Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware 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, leveraging $50M+ in R&D funding to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead cutting-edge research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop quantum software frameworks and tools for external developer ecosystem
- Secure government and private funding through competitive grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years post-graduate research
- Expertise in quantum information theory and quantum circuit design
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and high-performance computing
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing venues
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum hardware
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and statistical mechanics