Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum systems that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and protocols for our next-gen quantum processors. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. Your work will directly shape the future of cryptography, AI, and materials science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for error correction and optimization
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers in Nature/Science journals annually
- Secure $2M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
- Partner with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation
- Proven grant-writing success with DARPA/NSF
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems