Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to architect next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. Our state-of-the-art quantum lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubits
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid computing
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM, Google, IonQ)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of securing government research funding