Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we redefine computational boundaries. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Researchers to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware solutions that will shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research in quantum supremacy, cryptography, and machine learning optimization.
As a key member of our Quantum Research Division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to push the limits of quantum theory. We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge quantum simulators and superconducting processors. Your work will directly impact global industries from pharmaceuticals to finance, accelerating discoveries previously deemed impossible.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to enhance quantum coherence times
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum circuits
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and neural networks
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Expertise in quantum algorithms for cryptography or optimization
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Ability to secure research funding through competitive grants