Job Description
Join NexaLabs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries across finance, healthcare, and AI. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world breakthroughs. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment that values bold thinking and scientific rigor.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning frameworks
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms (e.g., IBM Q, Rigetti)
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity analysis
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq) and Python
- Published record in quantum information science or quantum computing
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience securing research funding through federal grants