Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team is developing next-gen quantum algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of computation while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry visionaries in our state-of-the-art San Francisco innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in leading journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Quil)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing frameworks
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM Q, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Demonstrated ability to secure research grants