Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine industries. Work alongside Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where you'll develop breakthrough algorithms for quantum supremacy, error correction, and practical applications in cryptography and material science. This role offers unparalleled resources, competitive equity packages, and the opportunity to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experiments on superconducting qubit systems with 1000+ qubit configurations
- Develop error mitigation techniques achieving <0.1% logical error rates
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in quantum computing grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (2019-2023 graduates preferred)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (Nature/Science/QIP)
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization frameworks
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and microwave control engineering
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes (surface, color codes)
- Track record of open-source quantum computing contributions (GitHub stars >500)
- Expertise in machine learning for quantum state tomography