Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering next-generation quantum algorithms that will revolutionize computational capabilities by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to develop scalable quantum systems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture that thrives on breakthrough thinking.
We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including stock options. Be part of the team shaping the quantum future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish research in leading peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in Python and low-level quantum hardware programming
- Demonstrated experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental implementations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills