Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and architectures that solve previously impossible computational challenges. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to build the quantum internet, optimize AI training, and accelerate drug discovery. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research, including access to 128-qubit processors and a $50M R&D budget.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor PhD researchers and build industry-academic partnerships
- Secure $2M+ in DoE/NSF grants for quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with IBM Q or Rigetti systems
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complexity classes
- Experience securing government research grants