Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop transformative algorithms and protocols for 2026's quantum ecosystem. Shape the future of computational power while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from finance to pharmaceuticals.
Your Impact: Design quantum circuits, optimize error correction protocols, and pioneer hybrid quantum-classical systems. You'll publish breakthrough research and contribute to our patent portfolio while mentoring the next generation of quantum pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Design and optimize quantum circuits for superconducting and photonic platforms
- Create error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Lead research on quantum machine learning frameworks for 2026-scale datasets
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent applications
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum engineering interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS + 5 years experience considered)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum information theory
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complex analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills