Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough systems in cryptography, optimization, and AI. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture of relentless innovation. Shape the future of computation while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. If you're driven to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible realities, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy in error-corrected systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for enterprise solutions
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum acceleration in machine learning pipelines
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science/IEEE journals
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience with NISQ-era hardware constraints and mitigation strategies
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complexity theory
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into scalable implementations