Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs' revolutionary 2026 Visionary Program at the forefront of computational reality. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant systems that will redefine tomorrow's digital infrastructure. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, developing algorithms that solve previously impossible problems across cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
We offer unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum System Two and exclusive partnerships with MIT's Quantum Engineering Center. This isn't just a role – it's your chance to architect the technological backbone of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives with AI and materials science teams
- Author breakthrough publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge software-hardware gaps
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with high-performance computing libraries
- Experience with quantum circuit optimization techniques
- Strong background in cryptography or machine learning
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research funding