Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to cryptography. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and elite engineers to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and error-correction systems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers cutting-edge resources, including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic infrastructure. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D budgets for groundbreaking projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop advanced quantum error-correction protocols to stabilize qubit coherence
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions with classical systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing architectures in cryogenic environments
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Secure patents for quantum computing innovations and intellectual property
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement, superposition, and decoherence
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and low-temperature electronics
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Expertise in machine learning applications for quantum optimization
- Ability to secure federal research grants (NSF, DARPA preferred)