Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and quantum machine learning applications for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from healthcare to finance. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D budgets. Shape the future of computing with us!
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for next-gen security
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum-AI hybrid system development
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants and partnerships
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into practical quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and NISQ algorithms
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems
- Proven ability to secure government/industry research grants
- Experience with superconducting quantum processors
- Deep knowledge of post-quantum cryptography standards (NIST PQC)