Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist in our San Francisco hub, you'll pioneer breakthroughs that will reshape industries by 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility, where we're developing the next generation of quantum processors and algorithms. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and commercialize quantum solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex computational challenges
- Develop error-corrected quantum systems with fault-tolerance capabilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum applications for finance, healthcare, and logistics
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and secure research grants
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum machine learning
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-processor architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, and quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and classical Python/C++
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals or conferences
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing