Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and quantum machine learning algorithms that will redefine global cybersecurity and AI capabilities. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, developing the next generation of quantum solutions that will power industries from finance to biotechnology.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for enterprise applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems using superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum acceleration into machine learning pipelines
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with IBM Q or similar platforms
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Strong background in linear algebra, group theory, and computational complexity