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 Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible remote work options. Shape the future of computing with us!
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals like Nature Physics
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published papers in quantum information theory or quantum algorithms
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubits
- Security clearance or ability to obtain for government projects