Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary researchers to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and collaborative environment to transform theoretical concepts into groundbreaking applications.
What you'll achieve: Lead breakthrough research in quantum error correction, design scalable quantum architectures, and publish findings in premier scientific journals. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers while contributing to projects that could revolutionize cryptography, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical machine learning models
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information with 3+ years research experience
- Published quantum computing research in top-tier journals (Nature/Science)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction codes
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Quil, or Cirq)
- Experience with superconducting qubit platforms or trapped ion systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants (NSF/DOE)