Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough solutions in cryptography, optimization, and machine learning. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to accelerate your research.
Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry visionaries in an environment where innovation meets investment. We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity in our pre-IPO quantum startup.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Translate theoretical advances into patentable quantum IP
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM Q, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Proven ability to secure competitive research funding