Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering the quantum frontier to redefine computing by 2026, and we need visionary minds like yours. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates, publish groundbreaking research, and shape the next industrial revolution. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech hub provides an ecosystem where innovation thrives. We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity in a unicorn-backed startup.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for practical applications in cryptography and optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum hardware solutions
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for scalable quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants and publish in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD candidates and build next-gen quantum talent pipelines
- Translate theoretical models into industry-ready quantum software frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and Qiskit/Cirq frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems
- Proven track record of securing research funding
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems