Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world applications.
We value collaborative innovation and offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to industry-leading quantum hardware. Help us solve humanity's most complex challenges while advancing your career in one of the world's most dynamic tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum protocols on IBM/Google quantum processors
- Develop error correction techniques to enhance quantum circuit fidelity
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum acceleration into machine learning pipelines
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to lab's R&D roadmap
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum methodologies
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 frameworks
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Deep understanding of quantum machine learning principles
- Experience with high-performance computing architectures