Job Description
Join Nexus 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 next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco laboratory. You'll contribute to breakthrough projects spanning quantum cryptography, error correction, and AI-quantum hybrid systems that will shape the technological landscape of the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop quantum-accelerated neural networks
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum circuit design or quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and thermal management systems
- Experience with superconducting qubit platforms or trapped ion systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and statistical mechanics
- Ability to work with cryogenic systems and RF control electronics