Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, shaping the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and material science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using IBM Quantum and Rigetti systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent applications in top-tier journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum accelerators into machine learning frameworks
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent on quantum computing
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence phenomena
- Track record of translating theoretical models into experimental implementations