Job Description
Join the forefront of technological revolution as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering the next generation of quantum algorithms and hardware to solve humanity's most complex challenges. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to push the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus features 5,000 sq ft of quantum annealing labs and cryogenic computing facilities. We offer unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research, including access to IBM's quantum cloud network and exclusive partnerships with leading universities.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge quantum software-hardware interfaces
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation
- Demonstrated ability to secure government research funding