Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for the 2026 era. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge hardware, collaborate with Nobel laureates, and publish breakthrough research in Nature and Science. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides an environment where your innovations can transform industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using trapped-ion and superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for industrial deployment
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at major conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (2020-2026)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum hardware interfaces (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Deep understanding of quantum complexity theory
- Ability to secure competitive research grants