Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer the quantum frontier for 2026. We seek visionary Research Scientists to decode the universe's deepest computational secrets. Our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical breakthroughs into practical applications that will redefine industries. This role offers competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers shaping the post-quantum era.
At Nexus Quantum Labs, we foster a culture where curiosity meets cutting-edge technology. You'll access our 128-qubit quantum annealers and collaborate with teams across physics, AI, and cryptography to develop solutions for climate modeling, drug discovery, and secure communications. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and dedicated research sabbaticals. If you're ready to solve problems that haven't been solved yet, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols to overcome decoherence challenges
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum circuits
- Lead research initiatives in post-quantum cryptography and quantum machine learning
- Secure and manage research partnerships with national labs and academic institutions
- Publish findings in Nature Physics/Quantum and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor junior researchers and develop quantum computing curriculum frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computational Physics, or Computer Science with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with platforms like IBM Q or Rigetti
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Q#, Cirq) and Python
- Published research in quantum information science or quantum algorithms
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics principles and quantum field theory
- Experience with superconducting qubits or trapped-ion systems
- Strong analytical skills for solving NP-hard problems using quantum approaches