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 design and implement next-gen quantum algorithms to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, optimization, and machine learning. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a collaborative environment where your ideas will shape the future of computation.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms with practical applications for 2026-era challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into functional quantum circuits
- Optimize quantum error correction protocols for scalable fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge quantum software-hardware integration gaps
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier quantum computing journals and conferences
- Secure competitive research grants from NSF, DARPA, and private foundations
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory and computational physics
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity theory
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments and parallel processing
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding and lead technical projects
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Experience with quantum hardware interfaces (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, etc.)