Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're pioneering next-generation quantum systems that will redefine computational boundaries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop groundbreaking algorithms and architectures to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
We offer competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and a collaborative environment where your ideas shape the future. Our San Francisco hub provides direct access to venture capital partners and Fortune 500 clients deploying quantum solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error mitigation techniques for near-term quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum computing architectures
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF, DOE, and industry partnerships
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or adjacent fields
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations
- Experience securing research grants or corporate R&D funding