Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering breakthroughs in computational physics that will redefine technology by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the next generation of quantum algorithms and hardware solutions.
We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including equity, and a flexible work environment designed for maximum creativity. Our interdisciplinary teams blend expertise from physics, computer science, and engineering to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop novel error correction techniques for quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype quantum computing architectures
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and lead cross-functional innovation sprints
- Secure and manage research partnerships with academic institutions
- Contribute to patent development for proprietary quantum methodologies
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 frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in quantum information theory and quantum mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed research
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for solving complex technical problems