Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine global industries. As a 2026 Quantum Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and lead cutting-edge experiments in fault-tolerant quantum systems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where we're building the quantum infrastructure that will power the world's next decade of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications in cryptography and AI
- Lead experiments on 100+ qubit quantum processors with 99.9% fidelity targets
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum networks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum chip architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure $5M+ in government and private quantum research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2023 graduates preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with superconducting qubits or trapped-ion systems
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance protocols
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly programming
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum data analysis
- Experience securing federal quantum research funding
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for government contracts