Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs that will redefine technology by 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech corridor. Shape the future of quantum algorithms, error correction, and scalable quantum systems while solving humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware performance metrics
- Collaborate with engineering teams on quantum hardware-software co-design
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity analysis