Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop scalable quantum systems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world applications. We're seeking visionaries who thrive at the intersection of physics, computer science, and artificial intelligence to help solve humanity's most complex challenges.
At Nexus Quantum Labs, you'll shape the future through cutting-edge research while enjoying competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and access to our innovation incubator. If you're ready to push the boundaries of quantum mechanics and contribute to technologies that will define the next decade, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications in cryptography and optimization
- Develop error-correction protocols to advance quantum computing scalability
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype quantum processors with 1000+ qubits
- Lead cross-functional research projects integrating quantum AI with classical machine learning
- Publish breakthrough findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Secure $2M+ in NSF and DARPA research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (post-doc preferred)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Proficiency with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience securing government research grants