Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and innovators to develop algorithms and architectures that solve previously impossible problems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 1000-qubit quantum processors and a $50M annual research budget. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to shape the future of human knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-corrected quantum systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design next-generation quantum processors
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
- Secure $2M+ in annual research funding from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or IEEE journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Strong background in machine learning and statistical modeling
- Ability to translate complex concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders