Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, working on projects that could solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery.
What you'll achieve: Design quantum algorithms that outperform classical systems by 1000x; publish groundbreaking research in Nature/Science journals; contribute to patent portfolios worth $100M+; mentor PhD candidates shaping the quantum workforce of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in building quantum error correction protocols
- Design scalable quantum architectures compatible with 2026-era hardware
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Secure $5M+ in government/private research funding
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in top-tier journals
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and World Economic Forum summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Experience with quantum hardware from IBM, Rigetti, or IonQ
- Strong track record of securing research grants
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts for executive audiences