Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of the quantum revolution! We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to pioneer breakthrough technologies that will redefine computing by 2026. As a key innovator in our Quantum Research Division, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning scientists to develop scalable quantum algorithms, optimize error correction protocols, and build the next-generation quantum hardware. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors, cryogenic systems, and exclusive partnerships with leading academic institutions.
We offer a competitive compensation package including equity, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Be part of a team that's already prototyping quantum solutions for climate modeling, drug discovery, and financial optimization. Your work here won't just advance science—it will shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction codes for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate on hardware-software co-design for quantum processors
- Lead experimental validation of quantum protocols at cryogenic temperatures
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals and top conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive strategic research roadmaps
- Partner with industry leaders to commercialize quantum breakthroughs
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and algorithm development
- Experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in quantum error correction and fault tolerance techniques
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Ability to work with cryogenic quantum systems and measurement setups