Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and collaboration with Nobel Prize-winning physicists. This role offers competitive compensation, equity, and the opportunity to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to advance quantum decoherence mitigation
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security frameworks
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and gate-level optimization
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Familiarity with quantum hardware platforms (ion traps, superconducting qubits)
- Experience with high-performance computing environments