Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Technologies at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in Nature and Science journals.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and publish 2+ high-impact papers annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or photonic qubit systems
- Proven track record of securing research funding