Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated research budgets. Shape the future of computation with us.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical industry applications
- Design and execute quantum circuit simulations on D-Wave and IBM systems
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies and protocols
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems theory
- Security clearance eligibility preferred