Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's Innovation District offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems on 50+ qubit processors
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum software-hardware interfaces
- Secure research grants and partnerships with leading academic institutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum information theory or quantum algorithms
- Proficiency in Python and low-level quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum processors
- Strong track record of translating theoretical concepts to practical implementations