Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026 and beyond. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation and AI-driven research.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to industry-leading quantum hardware. Our mission is to accelerate quantum adoption for climate modeling, drug discovery, and sustainable energy solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical applications
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top quantum computing journals
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum computing interns
- Secure government and private research funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum mechanics and linear algebra
- Publication record in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Experience with quantum simulation software (Quil, QASM)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical applications