Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist at Nexus Labs. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in developing scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources including access to 128-qubit quantum processors, cryogenic engineering labs, and collaboration with global research institutions. This role requires deep theoretical expertise and hands-on experimentation in quantum hardware-software integration.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting qubit platforms
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve qubit coherence times
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure federal grants from DARPA and NSF for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Published work in quantum error correction or topological quantum computing
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and Q# programming frameworks
- Experience with dilution refrigerators and microwave control systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding (> $1M)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Patents in quantum computing or related fields preferred