Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution for 2026! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and AI visionaries to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-corrected systems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 1000-qubit processors and a dedicated quantum annealing lab. This role comes with comprehensive benefits, equity grants, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in Nature and Science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for machine learning optimization
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-classical hybrid models
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at IEEE Quantum Week conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to define quantum processor specifications
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum simulation frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience securing government research funding