Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational capabilities. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world applications.
This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the quantum landscape while collaborating with Nobel laureates, industry pioneers, and government agencies. You'll contribute to projects with global impact in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex computational challenges
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems using advanced cryogenic and photonic platforms
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit stability and error correction protocols
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international quantum conferences
- Secure and manage research partnerships with academic institutions and government agencies
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum education initiatives
- Develop roadmaps for scalable quantum computing architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum discipline (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience with superconducting or photonic systems
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and quantum error correction techniques
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent high-impact journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and classical simulation tools
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding through grants and proposals
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Experience with cryogenic systems and quantum measurement equipment