Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science)
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical workflows
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on quantum circuit development experience
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation
- Experience with superconducting qubit platforms (IBM, Rigetti)
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- US citizenship required for government project access