Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, where your innovations will directly shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning frameworks
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, etc.)
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and complexity theory
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum libraries (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure R&D funding