Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Labs. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to lead breakthrough projects that will define the 2026 technological landscape. Join our elite team in San Francisco where you'll pioneer quantum algorithms, design next-gen circuits, and solve humanity's most complex computational challenges. This is your opportunity to work with cutting-edge hardware alongside Nobel Prize-winning mentors in an environment that values radical innovation and intellectual curiosity.
As a cornerstone of our Quantum Futures Division, you'll drive research initiatives spanning quantum machine learning, cryptography, and simulation. We offer unparalleled resourcesâincluding dedicated lab time, conference sponsorship, and patent supportâwhile fostering a culture where breakthrough ideas are rapidly prototyped and deployed. Your work here won't just advance science; it will transform industries from healthcare to finance.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors for specific use cases
- Develop quantum simulation frameworks for materials science and drug discovery
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at premier conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and establish quantum computing best practices
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming with Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (e.g., Nature Physics)
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with experience in high-performance computing
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental results
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, or IonQ)