Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution in 2026. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and practical quantum computing applications that will redefine global security and computational power. As a Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
We offer unparalleled resources, including our proprietary 1000-qubit quantum processor and $50M annual R&D budget. Your work will directly impact national security infrastructure, drug discovery acceleration, and climate modeling systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for cryptographic applications and optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum software with next-generation processors
- Secure and manage $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in quantum information theory or quantum cryptography
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing architectures
- Security clearance eligibility or willingness to obtain