Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs that will redefine computing by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum algorithm development, error correction, and practical applications in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in our unicorn-status venture. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to aerospace, positioning you as a key architect of the technological frontier.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Develop novel error correction techniques for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum-hybrid computing projects
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Published research in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations