Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant quantum systems to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the chance to shape the future of computation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals/conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit architecture
- Advise government agencies on quantum security standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published work in quantum information science
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- Security clearance eligibility preferred