Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution in 2026. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Your work will directly impact breakthroughs in cryptography, AI, and materials science. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a culture where curiosity fuels innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier scientific journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security frameworks
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science/IEEE journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction algorithms
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- US citizenship required for government projects