Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution in 2026! We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries from healthcare to cryptography. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and AI visionaries to develop next-gen quantum algorithms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit processors and a dedicated quantum networking lab. Enjoy flexible research hours, unlimited professional development, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum solutions in partnership with NASA, IBM, and MIT
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Quantum and IEEE journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Present findings at Davos and World Economic Forum summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years postdoctoral research
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and Qiskit/PyTorch integration
- Published peer-reviewed papers in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in C++, Python, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubits
- Demonstrated success in securing NSF grants or equivalent funding
- Fluency in quantum error correction and topological quantum computing