Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution in 2026. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to logistics. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and AI pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors at scale
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with AI teams on hybrid quantum-classical systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubit systems