Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop scalable quantum systems for cryptography, AI optimization, and climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers flexible hours, unlimited PTO, and equity packages for top-tier talent.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit stability
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NASA research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 3+ years industry experience
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum circuit optimization
- Expertise in error correction for NISQ-era systems
- Experience with IBM/Google quantum hardware APIs
- Strong background in quantum machine learning frameworks