Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop groundbreaking algorithms and systems that solve previously unsolvable problems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and collaboration opportunities with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. This role represents your chance to shape the future of computation and make tangible impacts across healthcare, climate science, and artificial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum systems operating at 100+ qubit scale
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum processors with classical computing frameworks
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies and IP protection
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum discipline
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with platforms like IBM Q or Rigetti
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum assembly languages
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Proficiency in Python and quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and qubit control systems