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 collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum solutions for cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research.
We provide equity grants, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible R&D budgets. Our team holds 37 quantum computing patents and partners with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT. This is your chance to shape the next generation of computational paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives with hardware and software teams
- Publish breakthrough findings in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security standards
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Secure $2M+ in annual R&D funding through grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Track record of securing federal research grants
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum processors
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis