Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco laboratory, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cutting-edge research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Drive intellectual property development with 5+ annual patent filings
- Mentor junior researchers and establish quantum computing standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (post-doc preferred)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Quipper)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Proven track record of solving complex computational problems