Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. Your work will directly contribute to breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, error correction, and practical quantum applications.
We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, and a cutting-edge R&D budget. Our culture celebrates curiosity, innovation, and boundary-pushing research. If you're ready to shape the future of computation, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing prototypes
- Collaborate with AI teams on hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-departmental innovation
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics and information theory
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong problem-solving skills for complex algorithmic challenges
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams