Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and applications that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's Innovation District. Your work will directly shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and materials science.
What We Offer:
• Cutting-edge quantum hardware access
• $50K annual research stipend
• Equity in our pre-IPO unicorn
• Flexible remote-first hybrid model
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error mitigation protocols for NISQ-era devices
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $1M+ in NSF/DARPA research grants
- Mentor PhD interns in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published work in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Proficiency in tensor network simulations
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in topological quantum computing