Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing systems that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and disrupting computational boundaries.
We offer unparalleled resources, competitive compensation, and the chance to shape humanity's technological future. Your breakthroughs here could solve problems deemed impossible just years ago.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm design and optimization for 50+ qubit systems
- Develop novel error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants and partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE)
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Ability to translate complex theoretical concepts into practical applications