Job Description
Step into the future with Nexus Labs as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction at the intersection of physics and computer science. Join our elite team in San Francisco, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry veterans to solve humanity's most complex computational challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab offers unparalleled resources and a culture that rewards bold innovation.
Why Nexus Labs?
Cut-edge quantum hardware, flexible hybrid work arrangements, comprehensive benefits including equity, and a commitment to your professional growth through our Quantum Excellence Academy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum research experience
- Expertise in quantum mechanics, linear algebra, and quantum information theory
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (superconducting, trapped ions, or photonic)
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Excellent communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration