Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we shape the computational landscape of 2026. We seek a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and solve previously impossible problems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and collaboration opportunities with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This role combines deep theoretical research with practical applications in cryptography, material science, and artificial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D projects in quantum error correction and hardware optimization
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Develop proprietary quantum simulation frameworks for enterprise clients
- Mentor junior researchers and drive technical innovation roadmap
- Collaborate with quantum hardware teams to bridge theory-practice gaps
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies and IP frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum platforms
- Track record of translating quantum theory into commercial applications