Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computing paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Your work will directly impact breakthroughs in drug discovery, climate modeling, and artificial intelligence.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a flexible hybrid work model. Our team includes experts from MIT, Google Quantum AI, and IBM Research, creating an unparalleled environment for innovation. If you're passionate about solving humanity's most complex problems through quantum mechanics, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes in cryogenic environments
- Collaborate with engineering teams to develop error-correction frameworks
- Publish research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.) and present at conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional teams on quantum principles
- Secure federal and private research grants ($1M+ annually)
- Develop patentable quantum computing architectures and methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Ability to secure research funding through grant proposals