Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the 2026 quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen computational systems that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and error-correction protocols to solve previously unsolvable challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical physics into scalable quantum solutions.
Shape the future of cryptography, optimization, and AI while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This role offers equity, flexible schedules, and dedicated R&D budgets for experimental projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum algorithms targeting 2026 industry benchmarks
- Lead quantum error correction research to achieve 100+ qubit stability
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for practical applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Drive 2026 roadmap for quantum supremacy in financial modeling
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor, Grover, QAOA)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap qubits
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory