Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution! We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Researchers to build the computational backbone of 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, solve previously unsolvable problems, and pioneer next-gen AI-quantum hybrid systems. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research in cryptography, optimization, and quantum machine learning.
What you'll achieve: Design quantum circuits for real-world applications, publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals, and shape the future of computational science. This isn't just research—it's legacy-building.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using IBM/Google quantum processors
- Design error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to create quantum-enhanced machine learning frameworks
- Publish 2+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers and lead cross-functional quantum projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum programming experience with Qiskit/Cirq
- Publication record in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes