Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our team operates at the intersection of physics, computer science, and AI, developing quantum algorithms that will power the next generation of encryption, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
We offer unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum and Google Sycamore systems, plus a budget of $50K annually for conferences and research. Our culture embraces intellectual curiosity—we celebrate failure as a stepping stone to breakthroughs. With 0% remote work policy, you'll thrive in our collaborative, fast-paced environment where ideas become reality in real-time.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum applications in cryptography and AI
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum circuits
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory and quantum machine learning
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (post-doc preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction (3+ papers in top-tier journals)
- Expertise in quantum hardware architectures including superconducting qubits and trapped ions
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum assembly languages
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants
- Experience mentoring postdoctoral researchers in quantum computing