Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll develop next-gen quantum algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture where innovation thrives.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs?
- Work with IBM, Google, and D-Wave quantum systems
- Patent your discoveries with full IP ownership
- Flexible hybrid work model
- $10k annual professional development stipend
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead experiments on 50+ qubit quantum processors
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop quantum-machine learning hybrids
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Translate theoretical models into practical quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# frameworks
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubits
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- US citizenship or permanent residency required