Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay, where your work directly impacts global cryptography, materials science, and AI development. We offer equity, flexible hybrid work, and a $20K annual innovation stipend.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experiments with 100+ qubit superconducting processors
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science)
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor PhD interns and cross-functional engineering teams
- Patent breakthrough quantum hardware architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum computing platforms
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- US citizenship required for government contract work