Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility at the heart of San Francisco's innovation corridor. Your work will directly shape the future of cryptography, AI optimization, and material science.
We offer unparalleled resources, competitive equity packages, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in leading journals. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, collaborative excellence, and audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in machine learning and cryptography
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Secure research grants and patents for novel quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science/Physical Review journals
- Proficiency with quantum simulation tools (Q#, IBM Quantum Experience, Rigetti Forest)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complex analysis
- Experience securing government or corporate research funding
- Exceptional problem-solving skills for NP-hard computational challenges