Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and applications that will revolutionize industries. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a collaborative environment where your ideas can shape the future of computation.
What You'll Achieve:
- Design and implement quantum algorithms with real-world impact
- Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers
- Lead projects with $5M+ R&D budgets
- Shape quantum computing standards for the next decade
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing research using superconducting qubits
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Drive quantum hardware-software co-design initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Secure competitive government and industry grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error correction
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Quipper)
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems preferred