Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates to develop error-corrected quantum systems that solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs.
We value interdisciplinary brilliance—whether you're coming from condensed matter physics, computer science, or materials engineering, your unique perspective will drive breakthroughs that shape our quantum future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure external funding through NSF/DOE grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubits
- Strong background in linear algebra and complexity theory