Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and systems that will redefine computing paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with world-class physicists, engineers, and AI specialists to solve previously insurmountable computational challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture that celebrates bold experimentation and breakthrough thinking. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of quantum mechanics and creating technologies that will impact humanity for decades, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction techniques to enhance quantum system stability and scalability
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype and test quantum computing architectures
- Lead research initiatives in quantum simulation for drug discovery and materials science
- Publish findings in leading scientific journals and present at international conferences
- Secure and manage research partnerships with academic institutions and government agencies
- Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of quantum innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum computing research
- Expertise in quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, and quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and classical simulation tools
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems, trapped ions, or photonic quantum processors
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex quantum concepts into practical applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences