Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing systems that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to quantum annealing hardware and a collaborative team of Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D funding for your most ambitious projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit implementations
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals and conferences
- Translate theoretical advances into practical quantum applications
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum computing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complexity theory
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Ability to secure research funding and manage R&D projects