Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we prepare for the 2026 quantum computing revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of computational science while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and industry pioneers. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides an ecosystem where theoretical meets applied quantum research.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Design and implement error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing prototypes
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical applications
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory