Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from drug discovery to climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit processors and a dedicated cryogenic lab. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to improve qubit stability
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum hardware solutions
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at global conferences
- Collaborate with machine learning teams to hybridize quantum-classical systems
- Secure research grants and patents for proprietary innovations
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum literacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with platforms like IBM Q or Rigetti
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Q#) and circuit optimization
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and information theory
- Proven track record of publishing in quantum computing or adjacent fields
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Exceptional problem-solving skills for complex multi-variable systems