Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and contribute to projects shaping humanity's technological future.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides access to quantum annealing systems, photonic processors, and cryogenic computing environments. You'll work in a multidisciplinary team of physicists, AI specialists, and materials scientists to solve previously insurmountable challenges in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum machine learning
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve qubit stability and coherence
- Secure funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published work in quantum algorithm development or error correction
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and superposition principles
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance