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 Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen quantum systems in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and disrupting the boundaries of classical computing.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? Our team holds 47 quantum patents and has secured $2.3B in Series C funding. We offer:
- Equity grants and profit-sharing
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
- On-site cryogenic lab access
- 4-day work week with flexible hours
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Lead cross-functional quantum AI initiatives
- Secure $5M+ in government grants for 2026 projects
- Mentor PhD interns in quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Published peer-reviewed quantum computing research
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion systems
- Strong Python/C++ programming with NumPy/SciPy
- US citizenship or permanent residency required