Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT-trained engineers to develop groundbreaking quantum algorithms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 128-qubit processors and a $50M R&D budget. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and exclusive partnerships with NASA and CERN. Shape the future of computational science while enjoying our on-site wellness center, gourmet chef, and hackathons that could change the world.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum systems
- Publish 2+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Collaborate with NASA on quantum-resistant cryptography
- Present breakthrough findings at international quantum conferences
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants from NSF/DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum information theory or algorithms
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction
- Track record of securing government or corporate research funding
- Expertise in machine learning integration with quantum systems