Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides an environment where your ideas can shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor PhD candidates and secure research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for enterprise solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published work in peer-reviewed quantum computing research
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting quantum processors or trapped ions