Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Researcher to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. Shape the future of computational science while working alongside Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech corridor. This role offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical models into real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for next-generation quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into scalable quantum systems
- Lead research initiatives targeting quantum advantage in pharmaceuticals and materials science
- Publish breakthrough findings in Nature/Science journals and present at quantum computing summits
- Mentor junior researchers and establish quantum research partnerships with academic institutions
- Secure and manage $5M+ annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Computational Mathematics
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (minimum 3 papers)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and fault-tolerant architectures
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure government research grants
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory