Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Lab at the forefront of technological evolution in 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll pioneer breakthroughs that redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible research timelines, and equity participation in patent portfolios that could shape humanity's digital future. This role combines deep theoretical exploration with real-world applications in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for next-gen encryption systems
- Design and optimize quantum circuits using proprietary QASM frameworks
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum processors into neural networks
- Publish findings in Nature Quantum and peer-reviewed journals
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants through proposal development
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Prototype quantum-resistant cybersecurity solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with superconducting qubits or ion traps
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological computing
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Strong background in machine learning and classical-quantum hybrid systems
- Experience securing DoD or NSF grants
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies preferred