Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological innovation shaping 2026. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we need brilliant minds like you to accelerate our mission. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that rewards intellectual curiosity. Help build the computational foundation for tomorrow's breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit performance
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and error correction
- Published papers in Nature/Science/Physical Review X
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Experience with superconducting or photonic qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of securing research funding