Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop breakthrough quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to shape the future of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop error-correction techniques for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit architecture design
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum computing interns
- Secure federal and industry research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Ability to secure competitive research funding