Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum processors to redefine global security and computational boundaries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay Bridge. Enjoy unlimited wellness stipends, flexible remote options, and stock options in a company valued at $2B+.
Our 2026 roadmap includes launching the first commercially viable quantum cloud platform. You'll shape this paradigm shift while solving humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-corrected quantum processors
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $1M+ in annual R&D grants through NIH/DARPA proposals
- Prototype quantum-safe encryption systems for Fortune 500 clients
- Mentor PhD interns in quantum machine learning applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (2018-2023)
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Track record of securing federal research grants
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware integration
- Strong background in post-quantum cryptography standards (NIST PQC)