Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries—from drug discovery to climate modeling. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unlimited computational resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in breakthrough patents. We invest in your growth through our Quantum Leadership Academy and provide relocation assistance for international talent.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead error-correction research to achieve fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE Quantum journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF grants for experimental validation
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit development
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Experience with superconducting or photonic qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Security clearance for government-funded projects preferred