Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, collaborate with Nobel laureates, and shape the future of computational science. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical physics into real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning
- Lead experimental research in quantum error correction and qubit stability
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop scalable quantum processors
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals and top-tier conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants through innovative proposal development
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Develop quantum software frameworks for industry applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Quil)
- Published peer-reviewed papers in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum platforms