Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of technology in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes in cryogenic environments
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to integrate quantum acceleration into classical workflows
- Secure $5M+ in research grants and patents
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and interns in quantum computing fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design on hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or quantum machine learning
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Experience securing government or industry research grants
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments