Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen quantum algorithms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including IBM Quantum One and D-Wave Advantage systems. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and $10,000 annual learning stipends. Shape the future of computational science while enjoying our rooftop quantum garden and on-site cryogenic labs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-corrected quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on quantum applications
- Secure $5M+ in DoE/NSF research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Develop patentable quantum machine learning frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics or Computer Science with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow Quantum, and Q#
- Experience with quantum error correction protocols
- Track record of securing federal research grants
- Strong background in condensed matter physics
- Fluency in quantum cryptography principles