Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough systems that redefine technological boundaries in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to transform theoretical physics into tangible solutions for 2026 and beyond. Your work will directly shape the next generation of computational paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead quantum hardware-software integration projects with IBM/Google systems
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in quantum computing grants from NSF/DoE
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies on quantum adoption pilots
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum applications
- Patent portfolio in quantum computing technologies