Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay, where breakthroughs become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers in quantum computing
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit design
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum processors
- Strong track record of securing research grants