Job Description
Shape the future of technology with Nexus Quantum Labs in 2026! We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will revolutionize industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll develop cutting-edge quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex computational challenges.
We offer competitive compensation, equity packages, and unparalleled resources including our 128-qubit quantum processor. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling, with opportunities to publish in top-tier journals and present at major conferences.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and cryptography
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum computing projects
- Mentor junior researchers and publish findings in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Strong background in quantum mechanics and linear algebra
- Proven track record of publishing high-impact research papers
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)