Job Description
Step into the future with Nexus Quantum Labs! We're pioneering the next wave of computational breakthroughs and seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to join our elite 2026 innovation cohort. This role offers unparalleled access to cutting-edge quantum hardware and collaborative opportunities with Nobel laureates. You'll architect solutions that will redefine industries – from drug discovery to climate modeling – while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
Our 2026 cohort focuses on error-corrected quantum systems, hybrid quantum-classical algorithms, and real-world enterprise applications. You'll receive exclusive training in our proprietary quantum simulation frameworks and participate in industry-shaping research published in Nature Physics.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead experiments on 100+ qubit quantum processors
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams on hybrid quantum-classical models
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum methodologies
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Track record of translating theoretical research into practical applications