Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant quantum systems to redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab.
We offer equity grants, unlimited wellness stipends, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in Nature Physics. Our mission: Build quantum infrastructure that safeguards humanity's digital future while enabling breakthroughs in materials science and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization and simulation
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI and materials science teams
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at international conferences
- Prototype quantum hardware interfaces using Python and Qiskit
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years experience with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and linear algebra
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and superposition principles
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or photonic processors
- Security clearance preferred for government-funded projects