Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine the digital landscape of 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, developing next-gen quantum algorithms that solve previously impossible problems.
Our team offers unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum and Google Sycamore systems, plus equity participation in our moonshot projects. We provide flexible hybrid work arrangements, cutting-edge wellness programs, and a culture where your quantum ideas could change the world.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- Lead research publications in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Translate theoretical models into practical quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum error correction protocols
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Proven track record of securing research funding