Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Technologies at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, material science, and AI. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and world-class engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Enjoy cutting-edge resources, flexible work arrangements, and competitive benefits while shaping the future of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubits
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure patents and intellectual property for novel quantum methodologies
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error correction
- Proficiency in Python, Qiskit, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Published papers in quantum computing or equivalent impact
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems