Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll pioneer next-generation algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech corridor. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity packages designed to reward visionaries who shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum communication networks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum annealing or gate-based systems
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence
- Experience with cryogenic engineering and superconducting qubits