Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're pioneering breakthroughs that will redefine technology by 2026, seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, pushing the boundaries of computational physics and machine learning.
What you'll achieve: Design fault-tolerant quantum processors, publish in Nature/Science journals, and contribute to real-world applications in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for NISQ-era processors
- Optimize quantum error correction protocols using machine learning
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit coherence improvements
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Author patents and publish high-impact research
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics
- Secure $5M+ in DoE/NASA grant funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in superconducting or trapped-ion systems
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and high-performance computing
- Experience with quantum hardware simulators (QASM)