Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. Work in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible research parameters, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error mitigation techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to hybridize quantum-classical workflows
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at IEEE/APS conferences
- Secure $5M+ in DoE/NSF grants for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2026 graduates welcome)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design or qubit manipulation experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing venues
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Ability to secure federal research funding