Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to decode the next frontier of computational science. In this pivotal role, you'll architect scalable quantum algorithms, simulate complex molecular systems, and collaborate with Nobel laureates to redefine what's possible. Our state-of-the-art facilities in San Francisco's innovation district offer unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research. If you're passionate about shaping humanity's technological trajectory, this is your moment to accelerate progress.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead experiments on superconducting qubit platforms at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical workflows
- Publish findings in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NIST research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum circuit optimization
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubits
- Track record of securing government research funding