Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, from pharmaceuticals to finance. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt innovators to develop scalable quantum algorithms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unmatched resources for breakthrough research.
We're not just building quantum computers – we're architecting the computational foundation for humanity's next leap forward. Your work will directly impact quantum supremacy milestones and commercial applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation techniques for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure government and industry funding for quantum research initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers in quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and computational complexity
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation or photonics experiments
- Proven track record of securing research grants or industry partnerships