Job Description
Step into 2026 with Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering the next frontier of computational technology. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll lead breakthrough projects in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. We offer competitive compensation, equity packages, and unparalleled resources to accelerate your research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical applications in cryptography, AI, and material science
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for scalable quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure patents and intellectual property for quantum innovations
- Advise on quantum security protocols for Fortune 500 clients
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Expertise in machine learning and classical optimization algorithms