Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen solutions in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with MIT, Stanford, and NASA to transform theoretical physics into scalable quantum systems.
Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible R&D budgets, and access to our 128-qubit quantum annealer. Shape the future of computation while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab overlooking the Bay.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate software with quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Lead quantum computing workshops for Fortune 500 partners
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane frameworks
- Published work in quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra and topology
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred