Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Our cutting-edge lab in San Francisco provides an unparalleled environment to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This role offers competitive equity packages and access to our quantum annealing infrastructure, including next-gen D-Wave systems. We're seeking visionaries who thrive at the intersection of theoretical physics and applied mathematics to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum applications for finance and healthcare
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and noise modeling
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction
- Experience with high-performance computing environments