Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and material science.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides access to quantum annealers, superconducting processors, and a cross-disciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and data scientists. You'll contribute to projects with real-world impact across healthcare, climate modeling, and autonomous systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to enhance qubit stability
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure government/private funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with cryogenic systems and microwave engineering
- Ability to translate complex concepts into practical solutions