Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt conventional computing paradigms. Our San Francisco campus features state-of-the-art labs and offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical breakthroughs into real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in logistics and cryptography
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-corrected quantum processors
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks for enterprise clients
- Secure $2M+ in government and private research funding annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Partner with MIT and Stanford on quantum supremacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design and simulation
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong Python/C++ programming with high-performance computing experience
- Track record of securing NSF or DARPA grants