Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for experimental quantum systems research. We provide competitive compensation, equity packages, and flexible work arrangements to attract the world's brightest minds.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve qubit coherence times
- Publish research in leading quantum computing journals and conferences
- Secure and manage government and private research grants
- Mentor junior researchers and interns in quantum methodologies
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, or Q#)
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in quantum information theory and many-body physics
- Experience with cryogenic quantum computing systems
- Expertise in machine learning applications for quantum optimization