Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing systems to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop breakthrough algorithms in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including a 128-qubit quantum processor and $10M annual research budget.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible remote options, and exclusive access to our annual Quantum Future Summit. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about shaping the technological landscape of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware interfaces
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature Physics/Science journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Mentor PhD interns in quantum machine learning applications
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of securing government research funding