Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms for pharmaceuticals, climate modeling, and cryptography. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 128-qubit processors and a $50M R&D budget. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible remote work options, and dedicated innovation time for personal projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex computational problems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum applications in machine learning and cryptography
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Optimize quantum circuit architectures for error mitigation and scalability
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge software-hardware integration
- Secure $5M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and interns in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published peer-reviewed research in quantum computing or related fields
- Expertise in linear algebra, complex analysis, and quantum error correction
- Strong background in Python, C++, and high-performance computing
- Demonstrated ability to secure government or industry research funding