Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt innovators to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and an environment where groundbreaking ideas become reality.
We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive benefits including family planning support and sabbatical programs. Your work will directly impact fields from climate modeling to drug discovery, shaping the technological landscape for decades to come.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams to prototype next-gen quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal grants and private partnerships for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and develop lab protocols for quantum systems
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding ($500K+)
- Experience mentoring research teams in academic or corporate settings