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 disrupting traditional computational paradigms. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible research parameters, and equity in our groundbreaking venture.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for next-gen cryptography and optimization
- Design and execute quantum supremacy experiments using 100+ qubit processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum error correction protocols
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Drive commercial applications in drug discovery and financial modeling
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and gate-level optimization
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Familiarity with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory