Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop scalable quantum architectures. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 256-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs. We provide equity, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible remote options for 30% of the role.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum error correction protocols
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing hybrid quantum-classical systems
- Author peer-reviewed publications for Nature Physics and Science journals
- Optimize quantum algorithms for pharmaceutical and materials science applications
- Secure $2M+ in NSF and DARPA research grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Expertise in superconducting qubit systems
- Track record of translating theory to experimental results
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum applications