Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the 2026 technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt innovators to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture that celebrates audacious thinking. If you're ready to shape the future of computation, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm design for 2026-scale optimization problems
- Develop error-corrected quantum systems with >99.9% fidelity
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on quantum-classical hybrid solutions
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Drive patent development for proprietary quantum architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing/Physics/Mathematics with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Published top-tier quantum research (minimum 5 papers)
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Track record of securing government research grants
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum applications