Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine industries from cryptography to drug discovery. As a Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough quantum algorithms while collaborating with Nobel laureates and MIT-affiliated teams. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation and AI-driven research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams on hybrid quantum-classical models
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published work in quantum machine learning or cryptography
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion traps