Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and architectures that will redefine computing paradigms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's innovation district offers unparalleled resources to accelerate breakthroughs in cryptography, AI optimization, and materials science. This role provides equity, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in collaboration with MIT and Stanford.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security protocols
- Develop error-correction frameworks for scalable quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on quantum chip architecture optimization
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Publish top-tier papers in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfacing
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or trapped ions
- Strong background in topological quantum field theory