Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the quantum revolution as we build the computational infrastructure for 2026 and beyond. We're pioneering fault-tolerant quantum systems that will redefine industries—from pharmaceuticals to finance. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to solve problems once deemed impossible. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unlimited resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in groundbreaking patents.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning
- Lead experimental validation of quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for enterprise applications
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent disclosures
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science/Physical Review journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with high-performance computing environments