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 Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough solutions for cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical physics into practical innovations.
Benefit from our collaboration with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT while working alongside Nobel laureates in a culture that values audacious thinking. We provide competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated quantum computing resources including superconducting qubits and photonic processors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge theoretical models with quantum processor capabilities
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for 2026-era applications
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum simulation libraries
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Track record of securing government or corporate research funding