Job Description
Join 2026 Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for global industries. Our multidisciplinary team of visionaries is developing next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. We seek a passionate Quantum Computing Research Scientist to drive breakthrough innovations in quantum error correction and scalable qubit architectures. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and contribute to projects with real-world impact on medicine, cryptography, and artificial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum error correction protocols using superconducting qubits
- Develop machine learning models to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Secure research funding through federal grants and industry partnerships
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information science principles
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, or similar)
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Publication record in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, or Physical Review X)
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and statistical mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred