Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction that will define 2026's tech landscape. Join our elite team of physicists and engineers to develop scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay, where innovation meets ambition.
Our compensation package includes equity, unlimited PTO, and access to cutting-edge quantum hardware. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to contribute to humanity's next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes using cryogenic systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Mentor junior researchers and supervise PhD-level projects
- Secure government grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum information science or top-tier computer science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerance techniques
- Strong proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfacing
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding ($500k+)
- Passion for translating theoretical quantum concepts into practical applications