Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we need visionary minds to help us navigate this uncharted territory. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop scalable quantum algorithms while mentoring the next generation of quantum engineers. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs.
We're committed to ethical innovation and offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and exclusive access to our annual Quantum Future Summit. If you're ready to shape the computational paradigm of tomorrow, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to validate quantum processor performance metrics
- Develop educational frameworks for quantum computing ethics and security protocols
- Secure federal and private research grants for experimental quantum projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of publishing quantum algorithm research in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in quantum circuit design using Qiskit or Cirq frameworks
- Strong background in topological quantum computing or quantum error correction
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubit manipulation
- Demonstrated ability to secure $500K+ in research funding
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences