Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and practical quantum computing applications that will redefine cybersecurity, drug discovery, and materials science. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and unlimited learning resources through our Quantum Academy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant security protocols
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge quantum software-hardware integration
- Secure $2M+ in annual R&D funding through grant proposals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum computing frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum assembly
- Demonstrated experience with quantum error correction techniques
- Strong background in cryptographic protocols (RSA, ECC, lattice-based)